Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP starts strong at the Gran Premio de Argentina, with Álex Rins and Fabio Quartararo qualifying for Q2 in sixth and eighth positions respectively. The team looks to build on this success during the remaining sessions of the weekend.
The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP team has enjoyed a productive start to the Gran Premio de Argentina, with riders Álex Rins and Fabio Quartararo securing direct places in the upcoming Q2 session. Both riders demonstrated significant improvement during Friday’s Practice, finishing in sixth and eighth positions respectively.
Álex Rins faced challenges securing grip during the initial practice session, concluding FP1 in twelfth place. However, as the session progressed and the track conditions improved, Rins managed to make notable advancements, ultimately achieving a time of 1’37.591s, which placed him sixth in the final standings.
In a similar vein, Fabio Quartararo began FP1 in thirteenth position but mounted a solid comeback as the practice progressed. He posted a time of 1’37.818s during his final lap, resulting in an eighth-place finish, thereby ensuring his participation in Q2.
The team eagerly anticipates further action on Saturday, with FP2 scheduled from 10:10 to 10:40 GMT -3, followed by qualifying sessions and a 12-lap Sprint race later in the afternoon.
Massimo Meregalli, Team Director, acknowledged the difficulties faced during the initial practice due to low grip and wet patches on the track. He expressed satisfaction with the team’s progress, stating, “Having two riders in Q2 is perfect.” He emphasized the team’s commitment to further optimize their performance for the Saturday sessions.
Rider Álex Rins reflected positively on the day, noting the benefits of progressing directly into Q2 and expressing confidence in the bike’s potential for improvement. Similarly, Fabio Quartararo acknowledged the day’s challenges but remained optimistic about their preparations and areas for enhancement as they look to maximize results in tomorrow’s events.
The Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP team concluded the first day of the Argentina GP favorably, with both Álex Rins and Fabio Quartararo qualifying for Q2. Rins and Quartararo demonstrated resilience and adaptability despite initial difficulties, setting themselves up for a competitive sprint and race. The team aims to build on this momentum in the upcoming sessions to achieve their objectives for the weekend.
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