After Valentino Rossi becoming the brand ambassador for the Opel Adam, his team mate and reigning MotoGP champion, Jorge Lorenzo has announced that he will be sponsored by Porsche Barcelona.
The partnership agreement will see Lorenzo as a testimonial in several events organized by the German sports car brand, and in exchange the Yamaha rider will receive a new 911 for his personal use for the rest of the year.
Lorenzo is also a car enthusiast and has participated in several endurance races with excellents results and he said, “I’m a big fan of four wheels and I love having the opportunity to drive a Porsche assiduously.
We are also looking at the possibility of taking part in a Porsche Cup race if doesn’t interfere with the MotoGP championshipm and it could be an exciting challenge.
” Josè Velasco, General Director of the Porsche Center in Barcelona said, “Jorge is one of the greats of motorcycle racing and this year we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of 911 which is one of the most successful sports cars of all time, with over 20,000 victories in all competitions, but also a model that can meet the needs of everyday use.
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