Simon Crafar: From MotoGP Winner to Paddock Commentator

Simon Crafar won a MotoGP race in 1998 at Donington Park. He is one of a small number of New Zealanders to have competed at the top level of motorcycle road racing. Today he is a familiar face in the MotoGP paddock as a pit lane reporter and commentator.In this conversation, Simon talks about his racing career, what it was like to win at the highest level, and how the sport has changed since his era. We also cover his transition from rider to broadcaster and his perspective on where MotoGP is headed.A great listen for anyone who follows Grand Prix racing or wants to know what the paddock looks like from the inside.Send us Fan MailSupport the showIf you found this video helpful, consider supporting the channel by checking out the links below, or consider buying me a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/kiwimoto72Or check out ALL my KiwiMoto72 Links here https://linktr.ee/kiwimoto72KiwiMoto72 Podcast 👉 Watch it here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCd6Uc3xNWizwhOpTfkI0IDSIgd0Cp3dN🎧 Or listen on your favorite platform:• Spotify: https://tr.ee/0pmdjh1_2J• Apple Podcasts: https://tr.ee/r_ffi8iQOk• Buzzsprout: https://tr.ee/b8EYmzjlxO