Johann Zarco scores points in Mandalika after a demanding race
Pertamina Mandalika International CircuitCASTROL Honda LCR rider Johann Zarco crossed the line in 12th place in Sunday’s race in Mandalika.
・Under extremely hot conditions and facing a comeback race, Frenchman Zarco, as in the Sprint, made a good start and began recovering positions.
・While trying to break into the top 10, the rider experienced a small technical issue, which prevented him from pushing.
・Staying focused and avoiding mistakes, Zarco finished 12th, scoring points and showing cleverness and determination even in the toughest moments.
・The team is now analyzing the data to identify what happened precisely.
Somkiat Chantra takes points in Mandalika
IDEMITSU Honda LCR rider Somkiat Chantra crossed the line in 13th place in Sunday’s race at Mandalika.
・Under extremely hot conditions and facing the challenge of a comeback race, the Thai rider made a strong start and pushed to stay with the main group.
・A lack of feeling on the bike, however, limited his ability to maintain a stronger pace throughout the race.
・Chantra stayed focused, avoided mistakes, and finished in 13th place, scoring points once again.
I had a good start and was trying to set my rhythm, but then I started to feel something different, we had a small technical issue. I tried to stay focused, avoid mistakes, and finish the race in the best way possible. We did it, and we scored points, which is good for my confidence. Even with the difficulties, we made progress today, and that’s important as we look ahead to the next race in Australia.
I had a good start and was trying to set my rhythm, but then I started to feel something different, we had a small technical issue. I tried to stay focused, avoid mistakes, and finish the race in the best way possible. We did it, and we scored points, which is good for my confidence. Even with the difficulties, we made progress today, and that’s important as we look ahead to the next race in Australia.
I’m happy because we secured points, and that’s always good. The race was hard for me because I didn’t have a good feeling on the bike. I wanted to stay with the group, but it was very difficult, so I focused on avoiding mistakes, scoring points, and finishing the race to gather important data ahead of Australia.
I’m happy because we secured points, and that’s always good. The race was hard for me because I didn’t have a good feeling on the bike. I wanted to stay with the group, but it was very difficult, so I focused on avoiding mistakes, scoring points, and finishing the race to gather important data ahead of Australia.
