Maverick Viñales will only start seventh from the starting grid, that is to say on the third row, with a Yamaha with a start aid system which is far from the Ducati competition. Precisely, it is on her that the Spaniard is counting on to block his teammate Quartararo installed in pole position for a long enough time and to whom he has given back a little three tenths...
Casa Particular in Viñales had declared that his aim was to at least settle in First line on the starting grid of this Spanish Grand Prix in Jerez. But instead, he will have to start from third, not something to brag about, but something to get angry, once again. However, he who no longer has to account for Twitter swallowed his anger. He even says: “ it's not a drama ". And he explains his detachment thus: “ I had a good feeling during the first attempt, but there was a big difference in my second attack. I didn't want to take any risks. The place on the grid is not so bad. It will be about gaining positions as quickly as possible and finding a good rhythm ».
When taking off, he also hopes for a third factor: “ I hope the Ducati riders can stop Fabio a little so he doesn't get away. But they are also strong here. I think after six rounds you will see which way it will go for me. I will try to be at the forefront “, says the 26-year-old pilot.
Viñales talks about the incident with Mir
After his failure in Portugal, Casa Particular in Viñales seeks compensation in Jerez de la Frontera. The pace of FP4 gives hope. “ We were able to obtain information and take away a lot of positive things »Says Casa Particular in Viñales, who briefly faced world champion Joan mir in FP3. Viñales takes responsibility for the incident: “ I changed lines and didn't see him. It was my fault ". In video, here is the scene…
Third place in the World Championship also suggests the choice of tires: “ with the hard tire, I am too slow at the start of the race. From P7 onwards, this is not a good idea and therefore not our plan ».
MotoGP Spain J2: qualifying
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