Moto2 Valencia J3: Brad Binder (KTM/1) leaves KTM in Moto2 to find it in MotoGP

The KTM era in Moto2 ends with the victory of Brad Binder. In addition to the victory, the South African took home the place of vice-world champion which he stole from Tom Lüthi's nose and beard during this last event of the season in Valencia. 

Brad Binder took his fifth victory of the season after a brilliant race in Valencia. However, he missed the world title by only three points which he conceded to Alex Marquez.

« These last races, the last three races in particular have been incredible for the team and me! I wasn't too worried about this weekend. I knew I had to stay ahead of Tom in the race. But now I miss the title by 3 points! I don't know if I should laugh or cry... But considering how difficult the season started... What a year! The start of the season was so difficult, we toiled and worked – and now we have won the last three races » commented the 24-year-old pilot.

« Tom made it difficult for me today. He had good rhythm. And I really struggled to get past him. I had to find all the tricks to double it. Winning three races in a row is an incredible feeling » said movedly, the teammate of George Martin.

« I wanted to pass Tom on the first lap. But honestly, that wasn't possible. “, said the satisfied South African with a laugh. Brad Binder will enter the premier category next year in the official KTM team. Substitute Johann zarco who has thrown in the towel, he will have as a teammate, Pol Espargaro.

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