Finally, the last rookie to win the lightweight class crown was Loris Capirossi in 1990. The Italian remains the youngest-ever World Champion, incredibly by just one day, and both Acosta and Capirossi’s title-winning campaigns have similarities. First, neither started from pole position during their rookie season – of course, Acosta has one last chance at pole next weekend. The pair also stood on the podium eight times, with Capirossi only taking three victories compared to Acosta’s six. 

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