Local hero Jack Miller arrives at Phillip Island excited for the Australian Grand Prix. On Tuesday, Miller left his hometown of Townsville in Queensland to join the iconic Australian track, where hundreds of fans and enthusiasts greeted him with fervor. Thursday morning, he made a grand entrance for the traditional media day, accompanied by several hundred bikers, including legends like five-time world champion Mick Doohan.
« Mick is of course a living legend. It’s always a pleasure to spend time with him, and to see so many fans and bikers joining us is special. There were at least 500 people in the group! ” tell Millerdelighted to share this moment with his supporters and other drivers such as
Joan Mir et Bradley Smith.
As he prepares for his home race, Jack
Miller admits that he prefers a weekend with unpredictable weather conditions. “ It looks like conditions will be difficult at least Friday and Saturday. For me, it’s better that the track is dry for as little time as possible “, explain
Miller laughing. Although the sun shone until Thursday, rains are intended for
Friday and strong winds
pour SATURDAYa situation that could give him an advantage.
Jack Miller :
« Pedro Acosta is truly our spearhead at KTM this season »
Miller hopes to take advantage of the weather to improve his MotoGP season. His best performance this year was a fifth place in Portimao. Comparatively, his teammate
Brad Binder achieved a top 5 six times, and
Pedro Acostaan impressive rookie, finished in the top 5 twelve times. “ It’s no secret that I had difficulties this season. Acosta and Binder were able to overcome obstacles and rank among the best on Saturday and Sunday », concedes
Miller.
Speaking of the performance ofAcosta,
Miller is admiring: “He does an incredible job. We quickly forget that he is a rookiehe drives with the confidence of someone with years of experience. It’s really our spearhead this season. »
While the weekend promises to be intense with unpredictable conditions, Jack Miller hopes that the unpredictable weather will help him shine on his
KTM RC16 and providing local fans with a memorable performance at the Phillip Island circuit.
