Hiroshi Aoyama has to celebrate his 30th birthday (today) in the most unhappy way by speaking about the death of Gresini Honda team mate Marco Simoncelli On his personal blog ‘Hiro Hero’ paid this tribute to his fallen team mate:“My team mate Marco crashed during the race.
He was fighting hard for his life but unfortunately he passed away.
I cannot think of any words to describe this tragic loss.
He has been my rival since the 250’s and since we both started in Moto GP class, I could feel the tension in between us and we were always aware of each other as rookies.
And now, we have been competing in the same championship as a team mate.
He is such an openhearted person, no matter where he is.
I know everyone had a high expectation of him since he has been performing so well.
He is loved by so many people and I know why.
Last week he came second and was on the podium.
And this week again he was so powerful on his bike….
.
but why….
.
? How….
.
? That is all I can think right now.
I would like to give my condolences to Marco’s family, fans, teams and staff.
Rest in peace Marco.
”Aoyama will be switching from MotoGP for Superbikes at the end of season and with Fausto Gresini announcing that his MotoGP and Moto2 teams will not be competing at Valencia, the Japanese rider will have to leave the series in the saddest way possible.