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Johann Zarco on MotoGP Safety: “If the rider is alive, there’s no problem”

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September 7, 2023
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Johann Zarco on MotoGP Safety: “If the rider is alive, there’s no problem”

JOHANN ZARCO FRA PRIMA PRAMAC RACING DUCATI MotoGP GP Catalunya 2023 (Circuit Barcelona) 1-3.09.2023 photo: MICHELIN

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Johann Zarco, the French MotoGP rider, has recently shared his views on the safety concerns in the sport, especially after the incidents that took place during the Catalunya Grand Prix. The race witnessed a multi-rider crash at the first turn and a severe highside crash followed by Pecco Bagnaia being run over by another rider.

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Arriving at the San Marino Grand Prix, Zarco is already looking forward to the tests scheduled for Monday. He expressed confidence in the Misano track, recalling his impressive speed during the previous season. However, his race last year was short-lived. He said, “In 2022, I was fast on this track. The layout here is different from Montmeló, and tire wear is less, so it’s mainly about setting up the bike. We know what awaits us, so we’ll see how we adapt. Last year, my race lasted only one corner.”

Despite the setback from the previous year, Zarco is optimistic about this season, hoping to compete for a top position. He remarked, “It would be good to fight for the top spots. I’m not necessarily aiming for the podium, but being among the top five would be great.”

Given the recent accidents in Catalunya, Zarco believes that riders might adopt a more cautious approach. “After the multiple accidents at the start, it’s likely that riders will be more careful, especially since the memories of Catalunya are still fresh. However, such incidents can happen. I myself crashed last year because [Brad] Binder touched my handlebar. I was coming in fast, hesitated for a moment, and ended up on the ground. At the start of a Grand Prix, certain episodes can occur because you start slow and then suddenly go fast. Nevertheless, it’s not ruled out that we might be more cautious.”

Addressing the broader issue of safety in MotoGP, Zarco emphasized that danger is an inherent part of the profession. He commented on the broadcast of Bagnaia’s crash and the subsequent incident, stating, “You can’t eliminate the danger because it’s part of the job. Once you’re sure the rider is alive, there’s no issue. Is it right to show so many replays? People also follow us for that.”

Regarding the upcoming tests on Monday, Zarco doesn’t anticipate a heavy workload. “It will be easier than usual since I won’t have to test anything new. I’ll just focus on the setup and play around with the stock settings. Overall, it will be a good opportunity to prepare for the overseas races.”

Lastly, Zarco touched upon the current situation at Honda, the team he will be joining for the next two years. “So far, everything they’ve tested hasn’t worked out very well, so the hope is that they can figure out which direction to take. Honda is a winning manufacturer, and I believe that with some stability, they can return to their best work.”

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