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Fabio Quartararo “didn’t expect” crash | Yamaha: “Our hearts go out to Fabio”
Fabio Quartararo’s hopes to turn a pole position at Le Mans into a podium finish were dashed when he crashed out of the French Grand Prix while in second place. Despite a strong start from pole, difficulties arose as weather conditions changed, leading to a long-lap penalty for Quartararo and eventual crash. The French rider expressed disappointment but also acknowledged the challenges he faced during the race, maintaining a positive attitude. Quartararo’s unfortunate exit paved the way for Johann Zarco to claim victory, marking the first French home victory in MotoGP since 1954. Following the race, Quartararo was penalized for disobeying marshals’ instructions, resulting in a penalty for the upcoming British Grand Prix. Despite the setback, Quartararo’s team recognized his competitive spirit and will use the experience as a learning opportunity for future wet races. Yamaha plans to continue testing at Misano before the next race at Silverstone.
