Johann Zarco experienced his first day of competition with KTM, after the announcement of an early departure from the Austrian house that he wanted. Has this upheaval revealed a new situation? Not really, but we saw the Frenchman always involved and a dedicated team. On the balance sheet, a 14e time not so bad because close to that of his teammate Pol Espargaró. The prospect of a direct entry into Q2 is not a fantasy.
Johann zarco did not have a bad Friday on the Silverstone track which once again hosts the British Grand Prix. " This first day went well, the performance was better than usual and I was able to do some good laps, which is of course positive. I was able to follow Pol and Miguel Oliveira, which was good because they were both fast », Comments the Frenchman about his Friday.
The problems with the KTM are not yet resolved, as pointed out zarco who also adds: “ I had more or less the same concerns as usual on my bike, but because there were also good laps, the situation was a little better. With the new tires top-10 is possible, so I have to do my best tomorrow and try to go straight to Q2, which would be greatTHE ".
The new asphalt could also contribute to this, as confirmed by the compatriot of Johann zarco : " the new coating is fantastic for all drivers, it naturally helps with grip, but the competition has also increased considerably. It's a difficult and long track, where you can find a few tenths, if you have a good lap. Despite the usual problems, we were able to confirm Austria's progress, which is very important for the team ».
The fact that zarco leaving his factory team Red Bull KTM after this season has not poisoned the atmosphere, as the 29-year-old from Cannes points out: “ Of course, you would think that I just give up and don't make any effort, but that's not the case. I was not the fastest KTM rider, but not the slowest. Today, everyone saw that I continued to do my best, and that is exactly what I am asked to do. So the atmosphere is good ».
MotoGP Great Britain Silverstone J1: times
