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Brno “fantastic”, but level of MotoGP riders “insane” as Pol Espargaro jumps back into competition in the Czech Republic on Friday.
Pol Espargaro embarked on his first competitive MotoGP appearance of the year at Brno, stepping in for the injured Maverick Vinales at Tech3.
Despite starting with 15th and 17th positions in the practice sessions, Espargaro acknowledged the exceptional skill level of his competitors and the challenges of riding in the rain after a long break.
He expressed his joy at returning to the Brno track, highlighting its technical nature and unique layout that makes racing there a fantastic experience.
Working on Vinales’ RC16 setup while incorporating his own testing preferences, Espargaro aims to provide valuable data to the factory engineers for further improvements.
As he prepares for Saturday’s final practice and Qualifying 1 against strong competitors, including Francesco Bagnaia and Fabio Quartararo, Espargaro views it as a valuable learning opportunity.
Meanwhile, Enea Bastianini made a strong comeback from illness, securing a spot in Qualifying 2 after a challenging period and illness.
