DIGGIA ON TOP PACE IN INDONESIA, 8TH AND IN Q2, ALEX TAKES STEADY APPROACH
It was a good Friday for Fabio Di Giannantonio at Mandalika International Circuit, as the Italian comfortably sealed the direct seed to Q2 after an excellent second session of the day. Eighth-quickest and great feeling on a track that saw him in great shape last year as he secured his first ‘direct trip’ to Q2.
Alex Marquez’s Friday was less fortunate (with also a crash at turn 1) and he eventually chose to avoid any further risk after FP1. He will have a few more days of rest and recovery after giving it another try in Australia in less than a week.
8th – FABIO DI GIANNANTONIO (1’31.207)
“As a first day it wasn’t too bad. We’ve been quick from the first run even if the feeling is not fantastic, especially in the quickest sections, but generally speaking everything is quite positive. The base is surely good. The new asphalt has more grip but there’s only one line to follow, otherwise it gets tricky.”
ALEX MARQUEZ
“With three back-to-back races we need to look at the bigger picture and the decision to not continue was the logical one. The pain on the bike is still quite sever and my fitness would not have been good enough to complete a race. Having said that, I hope I will feel better soon so I can give it another go in Australia. I’d like to thank the team for their unconditional support… we’ll be back soon.”
