The new Honda RC213V was built under the instructions of Marc Márquez alone and is suitable for him alone. After him, the flood and too bad for the others. A disappointment that Dani Pedrosa proclaimed publicly. Pointed out, the double World Champion teammate keeps a cool head and dismisses the argument out of hand.
Within the HRC, there was a slight peak of tension when Dani Pedrosa talked about the new RC213V. A difficult motorcycle to ride with a motor character that can be described as strong. And all the difficulties in the world for the Spaniard to get the quintessence of it. A machine that would only respond to the teammate's guns Marc Márquez. A frustration all the greater as the difference in performance between the two HRC drivers is glaring.
It's been halfway through the season, which leaves time for a little more reflection. To better return to certain subjects and the solid leader of the current championship did not want to write off profits and losses which was clearly a criticism on the part of his partner: “ I don't give much importance to this type of comment » said Marc on Pecinogp.com. " Dani Pedrosa knows very well that Honda focused as much on me as on him during the pre-season tests in Jerez. You may have different sensations and feelings, but what matters in the end is lap times ».
And the justice of the peace delivered his verdict: “ When it came time to take stock, both my best lap and his had been accomplished with the new engine. So it's true that this bike is heavier, that it's a little more difficult to ride. She's getting a little more tired. Maybe the old engine is better for his riding style. But let things be clear: when you have two drivers and one of them is faster than the other, it is the one who goes faster who is listened to ».
« It is the argument of the fastest that carries the most weight. And in this case, the faster of the two is me. So my opinions are more important than his ". A clarity which is also verified by the current reading of a general classification carried out by Márquez leading by 170 points while Pedrosa is fourth with 96 units.
This being clearly said, Marc Márquez also wants to be lenient towards his elder in the box: “ However, he had some great races but even if he always gives 100%, the results don't come. He may feel stuck and has made comments he probably wouldn't have made if he were calmer. ». Marc Márquez did not hold it against him since the HRC renewed the lease of Pedrosa for another two years.
