P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Augusto Fernandez admits Yamaha’s new V4 MotoGP prototype hit the same limits as Misano after a tough Sepang weekend: “We need pieces, we need something else.”
Augusto Fernandez expressed that Yamaha’s new V4 prototype is lacking and requires “something else” following a challenging wild-card outing at the Malaysian MotoGP. The V4 prototype showed modest progress but remained slower than both the Inline M1s and rival V4 machines. In both the Sprint and grand prix races, Fernandez was significantly behind the front-runners. The V4 prototype’s lap times and top speeds were not on par with the Inline4 Yamaha riders. Despite the struggles, Fernandez and the team have identified clear issues and have a direction to work on for future races. Moving forward, they need new parts and improvements to enhance the performance of the V4 prototype. Fernandez’s next appearance with the V4 prototype is slated for the Valencia season finale after a tough weekend in Malaysia.
