This Thursday, September 30, 2021, Jorge Martín answered questions from journalists from the Circuit of the Americas, ahead of the Grand Prix of the Americas in Austin, Texas.
We went to listen (via teleconferencing software) to the words of the Spanish driver, who will try to deliver a great performance this weekend in Texas.
As usual, we report here the words of Jorge Martín without the slightest formatting.
Jorge, Ducati has managed to develop all areas of the GP21 well this year. Do you think that you are in a good position to challenge the domination of Marc Márquez on this track?
" It It is clear that our bike is much better than in the past, but I must truthfully say that all the bikes have progressed. So in the end it doesn't make a big difference. But it's true that now the cornering behavior of the Ducati is much better. That said, Marquez should be very strong again this weekend here, and it will be very difficult to overcome. »
Did you have any problems with your gearbox at Misano?
" I have indeed had difficulty using it due to my leg, but I don't think it will be a real problem this weekend, because during the two days of testing in Misano I was able to cover many laps and that s It went well, so I think it will be fine for this weekend. »
You tested a new fairing in Misano. Can you explain to us the contributions of this one, particularly in the changes of direction of the Ducati?
" It is It is clear that it is a little better, but I am unable to tell you in which sector we obtain the most gains with this one. »
