P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Pedro Acosta is not setting targets for the Malaysian GP due to KTM’s tyre wear issues
Friday pacesetter Pedro Acosta expressed caution for the MotoGP Malaysian Grand Prix weekend due to KTM’s ongoing tyre wear issues. Despite two crashes on Friday, he topped the afternoon session with a 1m57.559s lap. Acosta acknowledged the opportunity for strong results in the final three rounds but remains wary of tyre management struggles. He emphasized the need to avoid early mistakes and stay focused for improved performance. Acosta highlighted the importance of tyre management and maintaining a strong rhythm for the upcoming sessions. The light rain during Practice forced him to push harder, ultimately securing a Q2 spot and valuable track time. Acosta remains focused on continuous improvement and not setting high expectations given KTM’s recent challenges.
