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Fabio Quartararo doesn’t seem any happier with the V4 M1 after Friday practice in Thailand
Fabio Quartararo expressed uncertainty about the development direction of Yamaha’s 2026 MotoGP bike after encountering challenges at the Thai Grand Prix. The new V4 project has faced technical issues and a lack of speed since the Sepang test. Despite being the fastest Yamaha on Friday, Quartararo finished 16th and 1.358s behind the leader. He acknowledged the significant gap to the top and emphasized giving his best effort. Quartararo believes Yamaha lacks clarity on the V4 M1’s development path and anticipates a potential engine delay until the French Grand Prix in May. Reflecting on his initial optimism about the bike, the 2021 champion now aims to approach the season with a calmer mindset. Quartararo emphasized the importance of maintaining composure and managing expectations for the upcoming races.
