The observation is alarming: despite the successes of Fabio Quartararo and Johann Zarco, the pool of young French talents in MotoGP seems to be drying up. In an interview, the 2021 world champion pointed out the reasons for this situation.
fabio quartararo et John Zarco, emblems of French motorcycle sport, have dominated the headlines in recent years. Yet, despite their success, no new talent seems to be emerging on the French scene. In an interview with speedweek Quarterly shared his perspective on this phenomenon.
« I think there is a real lack of enthusiasm.. Not for motorcycle racing, because interest in it has declined considerably, we see it at Le Mans which is by far the best Grand Prix of the year in terms of attendance. But there is no point in entering the world of racing and motorcycling ", said Quarterly.
It finds : " There are no French riders in Moto2, none in Moto3 and none in the Junior World Championship. In Spain and Italy, a lot of drivers are emerging because people go to the circuits to drive, such a culture does not exist in France “, he lamented.
« Fabio Quartararo will be back on the front page, I can assure you. »
fabio quartararo started his career in Spain himself, just like zarco in Italy. He explains that, in France, the lack of championships and support limits opportunities for young drivers. All pilots know that between the ages of 14 and 16, Running in Spain is almost obligatory ; there is the highest level there ", he added.
Regarding his own journey, Quarterly revealed that his father covered the cost of his pilot training, a substantial sum that could have held him back. My father paid the costs, but it was a lot. I don't come from a rich family. I took a chance and gave it my all ", he said. Despite the financial challenges, he won the CEV championship, which was crucial for his career.
On the pressure of reaching the top, he said: “ At fourteen, I was much more mature than my age. I knew how much responsibility I had, but I never felt any pressure at that age.. »
While recent results have not lived up to expectations, fabio quartararo remains optimistic. The day we return to the top, Fabio Quartararo will be back on the front page, I can assure you. ", he concluded with determination. The future of French motorcycle sport seems uncertain, but Quarterly continues to inspire with his journey and his passion.
