How well does Moto2 prepare a rookie for MotoGP?

Gardner – son of 1987 MotoGP world champion Wayne Gardner – is one of five rookies making their MotoGP debut in 2022.

The Australian has stepped up to the premier class with Tech3 KTM having won last year’s Moto2 title and will be partnered by 2021 Moto2 runner-up Raul Fernandez.

Also making the step up will be Moto2 race winners Marco Bezzecchi at VR46 Racing and Fabio Di…