Niccolò Canepa will be in the new Moto2 series next season.
Canepa has signed a one year contract with Cirano Mularoni’s Scot Racing.
Canepa in 2007 won the Superstock 1000 World Championship and then become a Ducati test rider 2008 and Ducati gave him chance in MotoGP with Paramc Ducati, but the rookie did not live up to expectations and was also injured in a crash at Phillip Island that forced him to miss the final three races, finishing a lowly 16th in the Championship standings and was dropped by Pramac who preferred Aleix Espargaro.
The Italian rider was first considered by Herve Poncharal’s Moto 2 team and then by Andrea Dosoli of Hayate Moto2, instead the surprise call came from Team Scot.
Canepa’s crewchief will be Emanuele Ventura who worked with Hiroshi Aoyama, the 2009 250cc World Champion.
John Carson highlights serious flaws in the Cairngorm mountain railway's construction and repairs.
25-year-old Ben Campbell remembered fondly by family and friends after tragic death.
Local authorities tackle a shed fire in Dundas Street, Stromness.
Discover the details of the engagement ring and its significance in their love story.
A tragic incident in Fort William leads to murder charges against a teenager.
Deep-sea divers confirm the identity of the Royal Navy vessel lost in 1914.
Hilton residents are living in fear as three aggressive dogs threaten safety.
How Hayley Webster turned her life around through fitness and healthy living
Cater Group unveils ambitious plans for a new shopping and dining hub in the city.
The iconic pool introduces a new cold water swimming experience this November.