The Misano test brought yet another controversy to the MotoGP paddock, this time around the front tyre introduced by Michelin. While some riders greeted it with scepticism, others, like Jorge Martin, praised it. And yet, despite the praise, the tyre will not be introduced in 2025, raising questions about Michelin's priorities and the direction the premier class is taking.
« This new tire was amazing ", said George Martin, visibly impressed by the test. The team's driver Prima Pramac/Ducati did not hide his enthusiasm, saying that this tire could well be made for his riding style. I don't know what other people think, but for me it was incredible " he insisted. It was very good for my riding style. " A statement that speaks volumes about the impact that this new technology has had on certain drivers, and which could well create tensions in the paddock.
Jorge Martin and Pecco Bagnaia led the pro camp and the Marquez brothers led the anti camp.
However, the fact that Michelin The decision not to introduce this tire until next season has left many people perplexed. Why deprive drivers of an innovation that seems promising? Martin He himself acknowledges that the current tire, the H model, " works pretty well ", but he suggests that the evolution proposed by Michelin could be a game changer for many drivers, especially those whose style could better adapt to this new rubber.
« It would be nice if they brought it next year too ", he added, visibly frustrated by the postponement of this progress before concluding fatalistically: " the important thing is that it is the same for everyone, and we have to do the best we can with the things we have ».
Alors que le MotoGP is a sport where every millisecond counts, leaving this opportunity aside seems incomprehensible. For Martin, the important thing is that all drivers have the same tools, but the question remains open: how many other drivers could be harmed by this delay? It should be remembered that Pecco Bagnaia et George Martin had been enthusiastic about the new Bibendum product, the brothers Marquez being much more critical of it, asking for more testing and perspective. And they got satisfaction.
