Maverick Viñales made a strong impression during these three days of testing in Qatar. Each time, he did exactly what he had promised to accomplish, including in this Monday final where he predicted that he would go for the best time. Here he is pumped up for the first Grand Prix of the season, which will take place on the same Losail track on March 8...
Maverick Vinales resumed his habit of playing the stars during the winter tests. But this time, all indicators point towards the possibility of being able to confirm in the Grand Prix. His 1'53.858 only puts him 33 thousandths ahead of a Morbidely equipped with a Yamaha less evolved. But what reassures the 25-year-old Spaniard is the general potential of his M1, observed during three days of testing.
« Monday was a very good day for us. I'm really happy because we tried a lot of things until the last hour and tried to figure out how everything works with little grip. We worked with very old tires when track conditions were difficult. I did my best on the used tires because sometimes you get that feeling in the race, which is then difficult. I've been trying to figure out what to do in this setup. And we understood a lot and learned a lot “, he stressed.
« I am very happy, the team worked very well for six days », concluded the double winner of the 2019 season, thus including the Malaysian test in his assessment. “ I feel good with the bike, but we have to continue working because although the progress is good, it is not enough. »
« Unlike Sepang, I finally attempted an attack on the clock ", has followed Casa Particular in Viñales. " The conditions were definitely not the best, but I felt pretty good on the bike and the bike responded well. Honestly, I just enjoyed the last three days on the bike and can't wait to move on to the race weekend ", did he declare. “ It's going to be a long week, I'm already waiting for Friday and especially Sunday when we'll be on the starting grid. »
He finishes : " we prepared for the race. The bike was quite fast, better than at Sepang. It is a pleasure. I tried to measure myself against the Honda and Ducati riders. It was not bad. We definitely need to improve, but it's a lot better than last year. I believe I can be stronger in individual combat. Then it's about the beginning: we always try to improve in the starting phase and in the first round. I think we can do a little more this year. But you will see everything in the race. I am happy to be able to enjoy the bike, and in all conditions. It was good for me. »
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