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Shock Claim After Jorge Martin Loses Control at the Hungarian Grand Prix: Start Devices Revealed as Cause of Crash!
The Hungarian Grand Prix, which culminated in a breathtaking result from Budapest, saw a crash in the first lap that affected only five drivers and also sparked a remarkable claim by experienced racer Jack Miller regarding the role of start devices (kick starters) as the primary cause of the accident. This claim ignited debates within the paddock while raising new questions about safety and track regulations.
Behind the Scenes of the Crash: The Role of the Devices
The crash began with Jorge Martin losing control in Turn 1. Shortly after, Miller believed that the crash was not solely due to driver error, but rather caused by the start devices lowering the front ends of the motorcycles and significantly impacting drivers’ reaction times. “I’ve been saying this since Barcelona: take these start devices off, let everyone race under equal conditions,” Miller stated while assessing the situation.
According to Miller's claim, the new asphalt at the Balaton Circuit also exacerbated the issue. The slippery surface in Turn 1 made it impossible to capture enough weight transfer to release the starter device’s lock before locking the front wheel. “Ultimately, we are making a completely unnatural movement here,” Miller added, “Especially with the new asphalt in the first corner of Balaton, it was very grippy. It was already impossible to capture that weight transfer to unlock the starter device without locking the front wheel.”
MotoGP Management Also Intervenes
Miller’s claims extended beyond him alone. The pilot who came fourth and finished eighth after tire degradation during the race also brought up the issue of start devices taking responsibility for the crash, prompting MotoGP management to address the matter. MotoGP officials stated that they were unaware of the resurfacing of that section of the track. “With so little time left until the grand prix weekend, such a project is not rational,” they said. The track management tried to rectify the situation but the new asphalt needed time to settle and they did not have enough time.
Miller’s Solution: Removal of Start Devices
Miller argues that removing the start devices would both enhance competition on the track and improve driver safety. “If this system is removed, everyone will be equal again, but our lives will be easier,” he said. He also complained about having to make a completely artificial braking maneuver by coming into the first corner 15-20 km/s faster.
Race Result and Future Plans
Although the crash did not affect the race result, it sparked important discussions regarding track regulations. The response of MotoGP management to these claims and the future of start devices could shape next season’s track regulations. Motorsport.com: What do you think will be the outcome of these debates in the paddock? Share your opinion with us!
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