Consistent Sprint for Johann Zarco in Australia
Phillip IslandCASTROL Honda LCR rider Zarco takes 12th place in Saturday's Sprint at Phillip Island.
・Johann Zarco came close to securing a spot in Q2, but just as he was setting a lap fast enough to advance, his effort was disrupted by another rider going slowly on the racing line.
・Starting from 15th on the grid, the Frenchman got off to a strong start and immediately began gaining positions.
・Although there were some positives to take from the race, Zarco lacked the feeling needed to push harder and stay with the group ahead.
・The team will analyze today's data thoroughly and is fully committed to finding solutions to help the rider take a step forward ahead of Sunday's race.
Chantra completes Phillip Island Sprint
IDEMITSU Honda LCR rider Somkiat Chantra finished 18th in Saturday's Sprint at Phillip Island.
・Starting from 21st on the grid, Chantra had a good start and quickly found his rhythm.
・While trying to stay with the group, the Thai rider had some trouble keeping up the pace.
・He fought hard until the end of the Sprint and finished ahead of experienced riders, showing solid progress and enjoying the laps.
・Sunday's race will be another chance to push and improve, and the team is determined to give their maximum effort.
It was an interesting Sprint. I was happy to be fast at the beginning. I had a good pace, was able to attack, and gained some positions. After that, the pace should have improved, but I was missing a few tenths to be really strong. I'm optimistic, with a few adjustments, I think I can enjoy the race more than I did today. The wind will be a question mark, so we'll see how it goes and try to do the best job possible.
It was an interesting Sprint. I was happy to be fast at the beginning. I had a good pace, was able to attack, and gained some positions. After that, the pace should have improved, but I was missing a few tenths to be really strong. I'm optimistic, with a few adjustments, I think I can enjoy the race more than I did today. The wind will be a question mark, so we'll see how it goes and try to do the best job possible.
At the beginning of the Sprint, it was difficult to stay with the group. I felt some spinning on the bike and couldn't push the way I wanted. Eventually, I lost contact with the group, but after that, I focused on keeping my pace and following the riders ahead. In the end, the lap time and the gap weren't too bad. We'll be ready for tomorrow after analyzing all the data.
At the beginning of the Sprint, it was difficult to stay with the group. I felt some spinning on the bike and couldn't push the way I wanted. Eventually, I lost contact with the group, but after that, I focused on keeping my pace and following the riders ahead. In the end, the lap time and the gap weren't too bad. We'll be ready for tomorrow after analyzing all the data.
