Valencia, Nov 14 (AFP) Three-time MotoGP world champion Jorge Lorenzo said Thursday he would retire following the Valencia Grand Prix.

The 32-year-old Spaniard, who rides for Honda and claimed the world title in 2010, 2012 and 2015, told a press conference that he was pulling out following Sunday's Valencia race.

The rider, who was also twice crowned 250cc champion, has suffered from poor form and injuries this season. AFP SSC

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