The motivations are high, especially after what we saw in the last tests in Jerez. Maverick Vinales knows this well and that is exactly why he wants to send a clear message regarding the French GP.
There will certainly be pitfalls at Le Mans as the Ducatis start as favorites and there is a risk of rain. A weekend when the Yamaha flag bearers are put to the test.
“The last few tests went in the right direction,” he began. “It was windy in the afternoon, but I still found the right confidence in the bike and the setup. Among other things, we found a solution that we had never found before and that allows us to become more competitive. In this test, we understood what strengths and weaknesses to focus on in order to improve performance. “
You can see the confidence in the Spanish driver’s face.
“I’m particularly motivated and I’m happy to be racing here in Le Mans. The World Cup got off to a good start and there is no real leader. there were several winners. I think that’s good for entertainment and for the World Cup challenge. “
Then Maverick was asked about the holeshot.
“If the team decides to use it, it has a positive effect and is safe. In the end, the choice is made by the constructor. Personally, I can say that the device is safe. I use it when overtaking and haven’t seen any negative aspects. But I don’t know how it works with the other bikes. “
Finally, he also spoke of speed, as these MotoGP motorcycles seem to have become rockets.
“As long as the tire lasts, it’s not a problem,” he said with a smile. “It’s surprising to see motorcycles at 360 km / h, but the speed on the track is very different than on the road, as is the safety. When you’re on a bike, you don’t realize you’re going that fast, but in the end it’s us riders who ask for more in terms of speed and performance. “