Our riders have improved their performance today. Taiyo did well in Q1, finishing first and gaining a place in Q2. We expected a good position on the grid, but unfortunately, he had a small problem on his second outing that prevented him from running correctly. Mario also improved his lap time. The traffic affected him a lot on his flying lap. Both had clear options for a better grid position, but they did an excellent global qualifying. Tomorrow will be the day to show his potential in the race.

Today I felt well from the first lap this morning. On the FP3, I lost a direct place to Q2 due to the yellow flags, but I was confident, and in Q1, I improved my lap time to gain a place in Q2. There, I had some problems, first with the laps cancelled due to the yellow flags again, and after, on my second outing, with a minor problem on the bike. Then, I didn’t make lap time. Sometimes that happens; let’s see tomorrow.

I should say I felt comfortable on the bike during the weekend. In Q1, I didn’t make my ideal time because, in sector 1, I found a slow rider, losing a lot of time. The position is quite far from behind, but the important is that I have confidence on the bike. I can push when I want. Today I feel more ready than yesterday. That is a positive sign. I want to do a great race tomorrow.