China Aftertalk Yamaha MX2 Factory

HThe Monster Energy Yamaha Factory MX2 team recorded solid results at the Chinese Grand Prix, with Rick Elzinga finishing ninth and Karlis Reisulis tenth.

Rick Elzinga – 9th MXGP of China (25 points), 13th in the World Championship standings (302 points): “It was a good weekend for me despite everything, especially since I was sick the whole week after Turkey. Fortunately, I felt much better towards the weekend. On Saturday, I wasn't feeling great, but on Sunday it went well. My starts weren't great, but I was able to make a lot of overtakes, especially in the second moto. I was even in contention for sixth place until I made a few mistakes and finished eighth. Thanks to the team, and especially the mechanics, because it was a very hot GP weekend.”

Karlis Reisulis – 10th MXGP of China (22 points), 12th in the World Championship standings (325 points): “Today was okay. My speed was good in both motos, but the heat got to me towards the end. In the second moto, I was able to maintain a more consistent pace and felt better at the end. Now on to Australia for the final round.”