Last year, various fortunes were shared in the stand Tech3 Yamaha during the German Grand Prix. On one side one Johann zarco in difficulty and on the other a Jonas Folger in a state of grace, boosted by the air of the country. Poorly qualified at the end of a session disrupted by rain, the Frenchman then made a great comeback during a race where the German delighted his audience by leading the race ahead of Marquez who he then held off until the arrival.
A performance that remains engraved in his memory: “ I was so happy to be on this podium, it was like a victory for me. It was my first podium in MotoGP, I was in front of my home crowd, on a circuit where I had always struggled in the past. It will remain the best moment of my career, the most beautiful race of my life. I remember being very busy that weekend, but on the one hand it wasn't perhaps any worse. That way I didn't have to think too much, I drove with peace of mind. This race was incredible. I was fighting with Marc, it seemed almost unreal, because I had never been in such a position before. It was a really special feeling! »
A confidence made to the motogp.com site, but not the only one: “ I hope Johann can use my data. I watch each of his races, he is a good friend in addition to being my former teammate. It's normal that I put up with it. In turn 11 I was gaining a lot because I had total confidence with the front. But Johann is a solid driver and if he is comfortable with the front, I am sure he can get back on the podium. »
