After a difficult season in 2024, the drivers Fabio Quartararo et Johann Zarco took a moment to reflect on their journey and provide insight into their expectations for next season. While on his Yamaha Quarterly finished the season in the middle of the grid, Zarcodespite a complicated race in Barcelona, continued to bring consistency to his team Honda.
Fabio Quartararofaced with the persistent weaknesses of the Yamaha M1finished the Barcelona race in 11th position after starting in 10th place. The Frenchman highlighted the challenges of the season, notably the lack of traction on his bike, but also found some positives. “ It was one of my best raceseven if the ranking does not seem good at first glance “, he explained. Quarterly highlighted the progress made with his team and the importance of the adjustments made to the engine. “ The concession rules helped us. As long as I'm at Yamahawe must continue in this direction “, he added. However, he is not expecting miracles next year, but is aiming for steady progression to be able to fight for places in the top 5, focusing on the small improvements needed to be competitive.
As for Johann Zarcohe also had a modest but strategic end to the season, finishing 14th in Barcelona after choosing a hard rear tire which did not prove optimal for him. Nevertheless, Zarco took a positive tone: “ it's not just a question of numbers and results, it's a question of strategy “, he said. He acknowledged the mistakes in the tire choice, but stressed that he was happy to score points and see the progress made with the Honda. « We are in the middle of the pack now, that wasn't the case a little while ago “, he concluded, expressing his confidence in the future with the support of his team and the HRC.
Both drivers also took a moment to congratulate Jorge Martinthe new world champion. Quartararo advised Martin to fully enjoy his title and celebrate until next year. Zarcofor his part, praised the regularity and maturity of Martinwho, according to him, deserved this title after an exemplary season.
As the 2024 season comes to a close, Quarterly et Zarco are preparing for new challenges in 2025, determined to overcome obstacles and fight for higher positions in the championship.
