On the eve of the Catalan Grand Prix, which could crown him MotoGP world champion, Jorge Martin spoke at the press conference. The Spanish driver, leading the championship with 24 points ahead of Pecco Bagnaia, displays calm confidence.
On the eve of a Barcelona Grand Prix
crucial which could crown Jorge Martin
MotoGP World Champion, the rider of Ducati
delivered some sincere and focused reflections during his press conference.
« My goal is to do my best from Friday to Sunday, and then winning or not winning will be a consequence“, said
Martin with calm determination. “ Eventually, I can run without looking at anyone and only by looking at myself. If I had to win on Saturday, that would be great, but if it had to happen on Sunday, I would still be happy with the title. » The team driver
Pramac, with leadership of 24
points, is ready to give everything, while remaining detached from pressure.
He also reacted to the comments of
Casey Stonerwho claimed that
Ducati would do everything possible to keep number 1. “ I am grateful that Ducati gave me the same tools to fight, there is nothing else to add“, he commented, emphasizing the confidence that
Ducati grants him.
On his rivalry with Pecco BagnaiaMartin added: “ our rivalry is certainly pretty good. I have always been behind Pecco throughout my career. Then, when I arrived in MotoGP, It took me 2 years to reach his leveland now we are almost at the same level. I think it's a great rivalry. Maybe you're not used to seeing a rivalry between two drivers who have a good relationship, but there's a lot of fairness between us. We hope we can continue like this. »
Jorge Martin :
« I don't think they didn't take me to the red team because they think I'm not good enough »
Reflecting on his future at
Ducati and his absence in the official team, Martin stated: “ I don't think they didn't take me to the red team because they think I'm not good enough. I think there must be interests in other aspects too. I'm happy with their decision if they think it's the best, and I'm happy with my future. We have a good relationship, and you never know what can happen in the next few years. »
He also spoke about his mental approach: “ my head always tends to predict the future, in all aspects of my life. This year I tried to calm down and manage the pressure better. Last week I couldn't sleep well due to jet lag, but this week it was perfectt. »
As for the heat and fatigue of the races, he confided: “ there will be no problem with the heat, and I'm happy. I suffer a little more in races where it is very hotbut I practiced a lot and tried to improve. »
Martin knows that the key to the season lies in past performances: “ the key has been all season. It is clear that anything can happen in the last race, but in the previous 19 we did our best. Now we have to figure out what to do to bring home the medal. »
Finally, he addressed the challenges of the weekend: “ it will be complicated, because it will be the Grand Prix with the greatest variety of tires available. We could change strategy, we'll see. There will certainly be a lot of work to do tomorrow. »
With such focus and determination,
Martin is ready to give everything for this decisive weekend, the scenarios of which are:
Jorge Martin 2024 MotoGP World Champion after the Barcelona Sprint Race if…
Martin wins the Sprint race
Martin 2nd and Bagnaia does not win
Martin 3rd and Bagnaia finishes 5th or further
Martin 4th and Bagnaia finishes 6th or further
Martin 5th and Bagnaia finishes 7th or further
Martin 6th and Bagnaia finishes 8th or further
Martin 7th and Bagnaia finishes 9th or further
Martin 8th and Bagnaia finishes 10th or further (excluding points).
