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Marquez at HRC: Moto GP riders’ reactions

MotoGP - Marquez at HRC: Moto GP riders' reactions -

Just before the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello, to be followed this weekend on MNC, several MotoGP riders reacted to the arrival of the Spaniard Marc Marquez at the HRC for the 2013 and 2014 seasons (read MNC of 12 July 2012 : Marquez and Pedrosa at Honda-Respol until 2014).

Just before the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello, to be followed this weekend on MNC, several MotoGP riders reacted to the arrival of Spaniard Marc Marquez at HRC for the 2013 and 2014 seasons (read).

Jorge Lorenzo – Yamaha Factory Racing : "I think this is good news for MotoGP. The championship is going to have another great rider next year. I think he will be quick from the start, from the first race, and even from the first sessions test. With Dani they will form a good team with a Spanish sponsor. It’s a good thing for Spain as well as for the championship ".

The 2013 Honda RCV is ready

Honda has announced that its two official riders will test the RC213V designed for the 2013 season during official testing scheduled for Monday after the Italian Grand Prix.

The new MotoGP will be released by Stoner and Pedrosa who will validate in particular modifications intended to adapt to the new Bridgestone before, which causes so much hassle at HRC.

"We are also bringing a new, slightly more powerful engine," said the vice president of Honda’s famous racing department. "The bike will look similar to the other but there is something different … I can’t give details!"

Dani Pedrosa – Repsol Honda Team : "I agree with Jorge. MotoGP is more difficult and we will have to see what he can do at the start, but he is certainly very talented and there is no doubt as to his ability".

Casey Stoner – Repsol Honda Team : "Everyone knows what I think of Marc and what his abilities are. He clearly shows his intentions with the championship that he is doing. It will be interesting to follow him next year and see what happens. ‘he does. We really had to repeal this rule on rookies, period (read in particular) ".

Andrea Dovizioso – Monster Yamaha Tech 3 : "I’m curious to see what Marquez can do over the next two years. He’s fast and strong and I have a good relationship with him. I’m really looking forward to seeing him among us because he has a particular style. and I would love to see him ride a MotoGP. I think there is a big difference, especially because in Moto2 there is a lot less work to do to prepare the bike. ".

Valentino Rossi – Ducati Team : "I like Marquez very much. He is very young, but he has shown that he has the potential to later become world champion in MotoGP. He is very strong and very fast and he has also won difficult races. , when he was not the fastest on the track, which is important. Going to Repsol Honda is fantastic for him. Now we are waiting for him! "

Shuhei Nakamoto – Vice President of HRC : "We have a very strong team for next year. Everyone knows Dani is very strong. He has never won the championship, but he has had accidents or injuries every time. This year he is in great shape and he is clearly showing his potential. We also have Marc, we won’t expect much from him at the start of the season but we think he can be at the top level from mid-season. a rookie but he will contribute to the development of the bike, although Dani’s comments will be the most important to us ".

Upset that the arrival of Marquez led the organizers of the Grands Prix to repeal the rule concerning the rookies he suffered in 2010, Ben Spies for his part did not wish to comment on the signing of the Spaniard at HRC.

"I have nothing at all against Marquez", simply specified the Texan a few weeks ago (read). "The kid is fast. I just think it doesn’t matter where you come from, it shouldn’t benefit or hinder you." To be continued on MNC: stay connected !

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