Loris Capirossi has lamented a lack of harmony inside his soon-
to-be-former Marlboro Ducati team, even though he has pledged
to give his all in the four remaining races this year.
Team boss Livio Suppo, however, denied Capirossi's claims and
believes the Italian rider is not motivated enough.
Capirossi is in his fifth and last season with the Bologna-based
outfit, after it was announced in July that compatriot Marco
Melandri will take his place next year.
The Imola-born rider likened learning about said announcement
to being stabbed and turned down the team's offer of riding a
third bike next season, after he claimed he would not enjoy full
factory support.
Capirossi has experienced a dreadful 2007 season so far, with
only two podiums to show for in contrast with teammate Casey
Stoner's tally of eight victories and an all-but-certain world
championship title. Yesterday's Portuguese Grand Prix at Estoril
ended in a lowly ninth place for the 34-year-old veteran, who
crossed the finish line over 40 seconds behind winner Valentino
Rossi and third-placed Stoner. "Even in difficult times like today I
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