To fabio quartararo, the race weekends have often had the same appearance this year, the French rider immediately showing himself to be very competitive then progressing less quickly than his toughest opponents, and this first day of the last meeting of the 2022 MotoGP season n doesn't really escape the rule...
This morning, in FP1, the Yamaha rider gave no quarter, constantly showing himself at the forefront before winning at the top of the standings in 1'31.399.
During FP2, the Frenchman was able to maintain his pace, as shown by his second position at the end of the second run, but had to bow to a handful of drivers when attacking the clock with the soft rear tire .
Finally ranked eighth after this first day, only 0,225 seconds behind the fastest and just ahead Francis Bagnaia, fabio quartararo However, remains optimistic about his chances of fighting for the lead in the race.
fabio quartararo : “It was a very good day, especially regarding the pace. We know that we always struggle when attacking the clock, and, in particular here, where we had difficulties last year, but I think we are working very well. We need to see where we need to take a step forward when attacking the clock. You know, it's only 2/10, but it's always the same: We only lose 2/10 but we are very far away. So we have to take a big step forward tomorrow afternoon, and then we'll see. Of course, we have an idea (how). It's pretty clear, so we're working with the team to make that happen and make it work on track. Qualifying will be the most important thing, but we have the pace. To be honest, if I make good overtakes I think I can fight for the victory, but we have to take it step by step and try to do the best qualifying possible, then we will see about the race. »
Asked about his injured finger, The Devil recognizes a certain discomfort: “I was very careful with my finger, but it hurts. It is very difficult for me to use the Ride Height Device. After all, I have to do it four times per round. I also have wrist problems. Maybe we can still change something on the bike by tomorrow for the finger. I don't think we can, but otherwise I'll use the clutch like that for the start. »
The Yamaha rider will give everything and feels no pressure, unlike his opponent for the title: “Why should I be nervous?” I already told my team, my fans and my friends that I was going to go 'all-in' in the race. Whatever happens, we're going to have fun Sunday night. But of course I won't go home without trying. »
Speedweek. com also reports some reactions from the French driver about the new FIM Safety Officer who will replace Franco Uncini next year, then to the Safety Commission in general. “I can’t say anything about that.”, was the succinct response to the first topic. Furthermore, Fabio Quartararo stressed that he no longer goes to the Safety Commission meetings, which take place on Friday at each GP. He believes that the pilots would not be listened to anyway. “After the Spielberg accident in 2020 with Morbidelli and Zarco, we made it clear that we did not want to race there again. A year later, two races took place again in these conditions. I have nothing against these people, but I don't go there anymore, it doesn't make any sense. » Asked whether the Safety Commission was a waste of time, the official Yamaha rider no longer responded.
Grand Prix FP2 results MotoGP of the Valencian Community on the Ricardo Tormo circuit:
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