Marc Marquez’s physique.
He was fast yesterday in the dry and took pole position today in the wet. His rivals put him at the top in tomorrow’s pool. Marc confirmed that he was physically unable to do 24 laps at the highest level. The answer is, tomorrow morning.
2. The pre-race warm up.
After having only one dry session, and considering that the forecast for tomorrow is a single race, for the technicians and drivers the 20 minutes of warm-up tomorrow morning could condition their performance in the race.
3. The attitude of Ducati riders.
Until this GP, Ducati’s directive to its riders was not to “attack” Bagnaia disproportionately. Here at Motegi the situation was different as four pilots of the Italian brand started earlier than their reference pilot. Will Marini, Miller, Martin and Zarco “stand aside” if Pecco gets on their wheel? It will be very interesting to watch.
4. Rear wheel management.
Again, the lack of dry sessions meant drivers were unsure which tire to start with and the level of wear. That’s why tire management will be a factor for riders to consider. Some more than others, because for example Bagnaia had no choice but to push forward from the start of the race.
5. Quartararo’s litany of problems with his Yamaha.
The French rider continues his crusade against a motorcycle that “gagged” him. On a stop-and-go track, his engine limits are a slab again. Fabio said the only overtaking point for him at Motegi was turn #7.
6. The curve #1.
Pay attention to the first curve of the race. It’s usually a sticking point, but with the two leading contenders having to work their way through the pack – Quartararo starts ninth and Bagnaia twelfth – there could be ‘action’ there.
Source: La Verdad
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