MotoGP Argentina J1: Franco Morbidelli (Yamaha/9) will dance in Q2!

Is Franco Morbidelli back? Since his serious injury in 2021, the Italian is no longer the same and is struggling considerably in the premier category. At the end of last year, when he was not forgotten at the back of the grid, he stood out for his hazardous driving which earned him the reprimands of the marshals and his competitors. To say that this dark period is over would be too hasty, but the 2020 world vice-champion is much better in Argentina: After setting the 9th time during the first free sessions, here he is now in Q2 ahead of his teammate Fabio Quartararo. Although he is very happy, “Franky” does not lose his bearings.

 

When he got off his YZR-M1 on Friday, he was quick to speak. “ This Friday was positive for us. We left with a good feeling, and we continued the weekend improving the bike little by little. The lack of grip may have helped us, but overall I think we improved today, that's positive. There are still a few things to work on, that's for sure. Tomorrow it would be very good for me to be somewhere on the first two lines. In terms of race pace, we are close to the best drivers, even more efficient than on a flying lap.. Let's see if it's possible to hang them. »

 

 

A statement full of optimism, but balanced by a fair apprehension of the situation: “ We still have difficulties in the team, Fabio like me. We must work together to help Yamaha improve. JI have to try to make it easier for my teammate. »

Franco Morbidelli thinks “team” above all and does not take into account the little phrase of fabio quartararo released in Portugal. As a reminder, the Frenchman stipulated that No. 21 “does not didn't do the job ». Massimo Meregalli, team manager, also congratulates the efforts of his second foal: “ Franky found something this weekend. His pace is good, as he showed in both sessions, and he is in the top 10 and in Q2, where he needs to be. »

So, rebirth or damp squib? Response in a few hours!

 

Here is the result of P2 MotoGP at the Argentine Grand Prix: 

 

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Cover photo: Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP