Aspar Team MotoGP boss Jorge Martinez says likely Suzuki outcast Aleix Espargaro is his "first option" for the 2017 season. Espargaro, who raced for Aspar in MotoGP in 2012-2013 and had two outings with its offshoot Balatonring Team in 250cc in 2009, currently partners Yamaha-bound Maverick Vinales at Suzuki. However, with Suzuki opting to sign Andrea Iannone for 2017 and courting Moto2 star Alex Rins for its second bike, a frustrated Espargaro has been forced to look at other teams to continue his career. Martinez told Motorsport.com: "I know Aleix well, he was with us in 250cc and MotoGP, and I love him as a person and a rider. "Of course, we have talked to him and...
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