Sandro Cortese: Would you like some Italian spice with that?

Sandro Cortese does not only have an Italian-sounding name, but his origins lay in Italy even though he was born and raised in Germany. And his dark Italian looks combined with a sweet Bavarian accent make for one adorable internationally mixed package.

VIDEO: Training Collection

Racing stars don't only have to know how to twist the throttle, they also have to be in great physical shape to get through a race, squeezing out the best from the machine. While the best training is of course riding a motorcycle, there are various other things they do to prepare and stay fit.

The first video shows Tom Lüthi, Sandro Cortese and Stefan Bradl in the preseason preparation - skiing, running, working out in the gym, juggling, physiotherapy and more. Have a look how our Hotties maintain their fit bodies. ;)



And Spanish Bancaja Aspar rider Sergio Gadea had an unforgettably heroic ride to victory at Qatar last season while suffering from a dislocated collarbone. The video shows Sergio's recovery training from that injury, including comments from his trainer Rafa Olcina.

The Shirtless Collection

What's that you say? There's not enough skin on MotoGPHotties.com?
Well then, behold as we bring you the Shirtless Day...

It's frisky Sunday - five shirtless Hotties that will bring you through the week.
And because we love you so much, you even get six shirtless Hotties the first time around. One to keep for that notoriously low day in the middle of the week when you can use a double dose. ;)

Theme of the Day: Double Trouble

There is no "I" in team. And although there is a "me" if you jumble it around, these Hotties are even better when they come in packs.

Alvaro Bautista and Hector Faubel united in the highly successful Team Aspar from 2006 to 2008. Now Hector has left the team after seven years to join the ranks of Thai Honda this season.

Randy De Puniet (this time with a bit of chest showing) and his team manager Lucio Cecchinello. After the first season together in 2008, they will again be united at LCR Honda this season.

Hector Barbera and Imre Toth have been teammates at Team Toth for two years. Now Hector is joining the newly build WRB 250cc Team of Sito Pons.

German Sandro Cortese and Swiss Tom Lüthi were together in the Emmi Caffe Latte Team since 2006. Tom will stay with Emmi while Sandro now moves to the team of Aki Ajo to replace 125cc world champion Mike di Meglio.