Valentino Rossi toured the Misano circuit and discovered its new asphalt. Meanwhile, the Márquez brothers reconnected with motorcycles with motocross at the “El Bosquet” circuit in Ponts. Little by little, life is regaining its rights. Hope it lasts…
They hadn't driven since March 11, date on which confinement became a concrete reality for many citizens. But this time, the brothers Márquez were able to abandon their PlayStation controller and virtual races to go away and find a very real motorcycle and a handlebar which is the salt of their life. Training for the Spanish Grand Prix in Jerez expected for the July 19 next one is launched…
« After two months, honestly, it was a bit strange at first to be back on the bike for the first few laps " recognize Marc Márquez. “ But very soon I felt better, because all the muscles and the mind began to remember everything again. It was really good to be able to get back on the bike, it's a feeling you can't find anywhere else. Step by step we are getting closer and closer to normal life and this is the most important point. »
“You need the motorcycle in your life”
« It's great to be able to return to more normal training and it was a real pleasure to get back on the motocross circuit »Adds Alex Marquez, his brother and teammate at Repsol Honda. " When something like that is your passion you always enjoy it a lot, so it was special to ride, you need motorcycling in your life. For at least a little while, it felt like everything was normal. Unfortunately, the world is not yet back to normal and we as drivers, along with everyone else, must continue to adapt and do our best in this situation. Hopefully we can have more days like today. »
