A wise move by Yamaha after rumors that Ducati were thinking about signing him. I also foresee Yamaha bringing in Quartararo to replace Rossi after this season as I just don't see Yamaha being invested in Rossi any longer in a Factory seat capacity. Rossi in a few interviews during the winter break did mention that he wouldn't mind stepping down to Petronas to finish his riding days as well which honestly I found rather shocking but well if he can ride, why not?

Yamaha signs Maverick Viņales through 2022

https://www.motogp.com/en/news/2020/...21-2022/322630