Jago Geerts shines in France!
Jago Geerts: “Second in a series, fourth in the GP final standings: I really didn't expect that when I arrived here. This is a hard job, something I'm not really used to. But I made progress every session. The rain during the night was a nice gift for me. Deeper tracks, more technical: I like that. And of course the team provided a beautiful engine. My starts were great. That helps a lot. On the one hand, it is of course a bit of a shame that I just missed the GP podium. On the other hand, a fourth place on such a track is great. Now I have to shift my focus to school. My exams start on Tuesday. First on the menu: mathematics, not the easiest subject.”
Ben Watson: “A disappointment this weekend, if you look purely at the results. Sixth, that's not good enough. The riding itself was fine, but my starts ruined it. In the first series I was beaten on the straight. I hit the ground hard and hurt my wrist. In the second series I was simply passed by a lot of riders on the straight. In both cases I had only one option: fight back. Not easy on this track. I'm happy with the riding itself, but I feel like I'm not getting the reward I deserve. That's frustrating. Mentally tough too. I have no choice but to keep working hard.”
Anthony Rodriguez: “I sprained my ankle (ligament strain) during the free training. I immediately knew something was wrong. I started in the timed training, but fell to the ground. Perhaps because of that ankle injury, which was made even worse. In the qualifying race the pain was unbearable. The medical staff therefore advised me not to start on Sunday. A serious disappointment. Since I ended up at Kemea Yamaha, I have continued to make progress. This is now being put to a halt. Normally, one week of rest will be sufficient. I am almost certain that I can start again in Ottobiano next weekend.”
Marnicq Bervoets: “What a great achievement Geerts! I'm really proud of him. We knew that Germany, Great Britain and France would be the most difficult GPs for him. He still goes to school and can barely train on those kinds of hard courts. It was nice to see how Jago continued to grow during those three GPs. What he allowed to happen in France was really punishment. I'm up for it Jago. He is not a shouter, nor does he ever complain. Work hard and drive fast: that is Jago. Ditto for Ben Watson. He is one of the fastest riders on the track, but unfortunately does not get the reward he deserves. I realize that this is difficult for Ben to digest, but I am sure that good results will follow soon.”
Photos: Bavo Swijgers, Yamaha Racing
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