this just in

[Dave]

Originally Posted by Sixxxxer

I'm sure he's happy...But given the reason for his chance...I'm sure he'd put it aside if it meant Simo was still with us.

Over the moon is a little over the top IMO

the guy is 36, he is being given a chance to ride a midpack bike in the highest level of motorcycle racing in actual competition. regardless of the circumstances Im sure he is elated.