SportFausto Gresini, two-time world motorcycle champion, dies of coronavirus

Fausto Gresini, two-time world motorcycle champion, dies of coronavirus

Tragedy in the world of motorcycling. Fausto Gresini, a former rider and owner of the Federal Oil Gresini Moto2 and Gresini Racing Moto3 teams, has passed away at the age of 60 after two months battling the coronavirus. The news we would have never wanted to give, and that unfortunately we are forced to share with all of you. After nearly two months battling against Covid, Fausto Gresini has sadly passed away, few days after turning 60. # CiaoFausto❤️ pic.twitter.com/mHMsDgunmb – Gresini Racing (@GresiniRacing) February 23, 2021 In an official statement, Gresini Racing has reported of Faust's death: «The news that we would never have wanted to communicate, but that we are obliged to share with all of you. After practically two months of fighting the coronavirus, Fausto Gresini has died days after his 60th birthday. "This Monday night, the Italian press reported the death of Fausto Gresini, something that his team denied in a statement:" A Despite the news that is currently circulating, Fausto is still with us, although in extreme critical conditions. Gresini had been hospitalized in Bologna since last December for respiratory failure derived from the coronavirus. Finally, the two-time world champion has died at the Maggiore Carlo Alberto Pizzardi specialized center in Bologna. In this way, a legend and reference of motorcycling leaves, winner of two 125cc world titles in 1985 and 1987, as well as three runners-up (1986, 1991 and 1992).

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