Jean-Philippe Ruggia is said to have been the precursor to the current riding style in road racing. After a solid progression, winning the French RD350LC trophy and the European Championship, he landed in the World Championship, where, in addition to his excellent results, between 1987 and 1998 he achieved three victories (250cc) and ten podiums (nine in 250cc and one in 500cc). Jean-Philippe became known for a revolutionary riding style that is now commonplace: not o