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Johann Zarco explains why a soft tyre gamble backfired during the Brno MotoGP race, leaving him 13th but still top Honda.
Johann Zarco made another unconventional tyre choice during the Brno MotoGP grand prix, opting for the soft rear slick while most riders chose medium. Despite posting competitive times in morning warm-up, the warmer race-day temperatures meant the gamble did not pay off for Zarco. He finished the race in 13th place, setting his best lap on the final lap. Despite the disappointment, Zarco remains eighth in the world championship and is the only Honda rider in the top 14. His focus now shifts to the prestigious Suzuka 8 Hours endurance race, where he will aim to defend last year’s victory for the HRC team, alongside Jack Miller from Pramac who will be competing for Yamaha.
