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Michelin: ‘A new asphalt, again, without any tests’
Last year’s Indonesian MotoGP race faced doubts due to the erosion of newly laid asphalt, but the monsoon rain helped keep the surface intact. Miguel Oliveira claimed victory after 20 laps, followed by Fabio Quartararo and Johann Zarco. The damaged track required further repairs after the race, as it poses challenges for tires due to high speeds and extreme temperatures. Michelin will bring a stiffer, heat-resistant rear tire construction to Mandalika, but this caused unexpected grip issues for some manufacturers in last year’s race. MotoGP has not conducted testing on the latest surface for the 2023 event, so Michelin must rely on previous data and experience to choose its tire selection.
Source: Crash
