MotoGP Stefan Bradl Honda: "Marc Marquez tried everything to be able to ride"

Stefan Bradl now has the certainty of racing the first two Grands Prix of the season in Qatar. A relief for the German, because waiting is never a good advisor. A satisfaction too since his performances displayed during the off-season tests at Losail suggest great hopes for a good result. The Honda test driver, who in addition to his role almost did the entire 2020 season, also reveals that this new package was not accepted willingly by Marc Marquez...

It is now unambiguous: the team Honda Repsol will begin the 2021 season at Qatar with a duo composed of Stefan Bradl and Pol Espargaro. Marc Marquez will return later, and as his next medical examination is expected on April 12, we think that his return to school will take place at Portimao for a Portuguese Grand Prix scheduled from April 16 to 18.

A decision that relieves everyone. Even if it undoubtedly frustrates the eight-time World Champion. Bradl indeed points out: “ Marc tried everything until the last minute to be able to ride in Doha from the start of the season ».

Stefan Bradl: “Honda needs Marc Marquez”

The 2 Moto2011 world champion, to the detriment of Marc Marquez, in passing, who had already been upset by an injury, adds: “ I am now happy that there is clarity and a decision has been made. Because the days that have passed since the tests have not been easy for me. This didn't just affect me, it affected the whole team and also Marc personally. ».

He ends on speedweek : " now the fact is he's not driving the first race and I'm there. I hope Marc comes back at the right time, so that it suits him, it's also in his head and he can say: “Okay, now I'm ready again. » So he can get involved again. Honda needs him! ". It will be recalled that the case Bradl raises eyebrows among the competition who believe that he is now much more than a test driver. Depending on its results, the controversy could come back to the fore this weekend, at Qatar ...