Zarco details his vision of the Honda project

Johann Zarco spoke at length during the press conference for the French Grand Prix, and had the opportunity to address various subjects.

Published on 27/03/2024 à 17:15

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Zarco details his vision of the Honda project

Johann Zarco still motivated with Honda ©Red Bull Content Pool

This Tuesday, the press conference for the French motorcycle Grand Prix was held in Paris, at the Canal+ premises. The opportunity for various protagonists of the event to express themselves on the sidelines of the fifth meeting of the season, which has just announced a partnership with Michelin.

The French pilot fabio quartararo was invited, but a slight calf injury during the Sprint of the Portuguese Grand Prix, which arose during Yamaha's private tests, forced the Niçois to go to Barcelona to carry out some examinations.

" Hi all ! Really sorry not to be with you today, apologizes the Frenchman in a video clip broadcast at the start of the event. On Saturday I had a calf injury. On Monday, during the tests, it got worse, so I have to have additional medical exams. However, I will be in great shape for Austin. »

An absence which gave Johann Zarco the opportunity to speak at length on various subjects, starting with the 2024 French Grand Prix.

“As there is a little less pressure this year due to the fact that the bike is under development, I will undoubtedly be able to take advantage of the public more, to see how many there are, explains number 5. Maybe not to do more energy-intensive signing sessions, but to enjoy in harmony with the public. »

After having uttered a brief rant concerning the lack of availability of circuits in France so that motorcycle riders, professionals and beginners alike, can train, the Honda rider focused on the current situation of LCR, the team whom he joined at the start of the 2024 season.

“When I took the bike in November after the Valencia GP, I was switching from the Ducati to the Honda, even though I had just won my first victory. So I said to myself 'what am I going to aim for now?' Then, arriving in Malaysia and Qatar for Pre-Season Testing, that thought left, He explains. I am motivated by the challenge that awaits me.

When the bike is ready, I will be too. This is a project that must work. You shouldn't look at the position, but rather the times. We may be 20th, but the difference with the first is only one second. When we are in front again, I will be able to put my experience to good use” concludes Zarco.

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