P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Jack Miller was forced off track in Catalunya after Brad Binder contact, returns to set fastest Yamaha lap.
Jack Miller set the fastest race lap by a Yamaha rider during the Catalan MotoGP, only 0.42s slower than the race winner Alex Marquez. Despite this, he finished 14th due to an incident with Brad Binder on the opening lap. Miller expressed disappointment but acknowledged it was part of racing. The incident cost him around five seconds, leaving him in last place initially.
However, Miller managed to climb through the field and passed several riders, showing strong pace and determination. Team manager Gino Borsoi commended Miller’s effort and believed he could have fought for a top-ten finish without the early incident. Miller felt positive about the bike’s performance and strategy for future races, indicating progress with the base setting.
Overall, both Miller and Quartararo showcased Yamaha’s improvement at the Catalan MotoGP, with Quartararo finishing fifth in the grand prix.
