Aleix Espargaró, one of the most experienced riders on the MotoGP grid, affirmed his motivation and desire to perform during the last Grand Prix of his career in Barcelona, his home track. The Aprilia rider, who has won 3 of the last 4 races at Montmelò, is clearly a contender for victory this weekend, but his thoughts are also on the world title fight between Jorge Martin and Pecco Bagnaia.
« I hope to be first with an advantage ahead of them,
I wouldn't want to help or not help both“, said Espargaro about the battle for the championship, emphasizing that above all he wants to focus on his performance without interfering in the duel for the title.
His friendship with Jorge Martinwhich he considers to be a “ brother“, and his respect for
Pecco Bagnaiawhich he describes as “ one of the best drivers of all time“, show how this title fight has particular importance for the driver
Aprilia.
Aleix Espargaró: « it's my last race and I want to win, but the world title is more important and must be respected »
He also recalled that, although the victory in Barcelona is important for him, it is the world title that takes precedence above all: “ yes, it's my last race and I want to win, but the world title is more important and must be respected. »
Concerning Friday's tests, Aleix expressed some doubts about the start of the day: “ I wasn't convinced this morning, we continue to have very little gripbut the team worked well and that was an important factor, I'm happy. »
He also spoke about the technical challenges he faces, particularly with tires: “ when you have so many tires to choose from but they're not that different, we're on eggshells, you must not attack hard and you must be fluid. »
With the uncertainty of the weather and track conditions, notably asphalt at 17°C at the end of the session,
Espargaro remains determined to give the best of himself and end his career on a high note.
MotoGP, Barcelona J1 : chronos
