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Marco Bezzecchi says his Aprilia machinery “doesn’t always accept” how he rides during qualifying following the opening MotoGP round in Thailand.
Bezzecchi began his career with Aprilia by qualifying eighth and finishing in the top six in the main race on Sunday, meeting his expected start to the season. However, he expressed the desire for better results in qualifying. Bezzecchi highlighted the need to improve his performance in time attack situations, as he didn’t focus on them during testing. The Italian rider faced challenges with the front tyre overheating during his debut grand prix aboard the RS-GP, affecting his progress in the race. Despite the difficulties, Bezzecchi noted some positive aspects and acknowledged the bike’s heat management, stating it was better than what past Aprilia riders had experienced. Overall, Bezzecchi credited his fitness and the bike’s performance for handling the heat well during the race.
