P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Johann Zarco had to endure searing heat to score back-to-back wins in the Suzuka 8 Hours.
Johann Zarco and Takumi Takahashi combined forces to win their second consecutive Suzuka 8 Hours victory, with Zarco visibly exhausted after enduring the hot and grueling race conditions. Due to procedural reasons, Xavi Vierge could not participate, leaving Zarco and Takahashi to ride almost four hours each with little rest between stints, unlike their competitors who had three riders per team. Despite the challenging circumstances, they managed to maintain a comfortable lead to secure the win. Zarco, post-race, commended Takahashi’s impressive performance and expressed his hope for a three-rider team next year to improve their chances. Both riders expressed their fatigue but also their desire to return, with Zarco specifically mentioning the need for a third team member and the enjoyment of competing with a top bike at Suzuka. Takahashi, on the other hand, acknowledged the tough conditions but expressed gratitude towards Zarco and the team for their efforts in clinching the victory.
