Moto3: Vinales deal includes Moto2 switch
Vinales' hopes of securing the Moto3 crown this season suffered a heavy setback at Aragon when an ECU issue on his FTR Honda on the warm-up lap forced him out of the race.
The 17-year-old has now slipped to third place in the title reckoning, 66 points behind Sandro Cortese with four rounds remaining.
However, his disappointment was tempered somewhat by the completion of a new two-year deal with the team at the weekend to remain in Moto3 next season before making the step to Moto2.
“I am very happy with the decision. I understand that it is not easy and that there is always the appeal of changing category,” said Vinales.
“But I think we made the right decision. I'm too young, I have a good chance of achieving the goals set for Moto3 and I think I have plenty of time to go to Moto2.
“To continue with the team and the people who saw me grow, with whom I feel comfortable - I honestly think that's a luxury.”
