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Marquez Stalls in Q2: Ducati’s Strategy Revealed!
At the second practice session (Q2) of the MotoGP tests at the Balaton Park Circuit, Marc Márquez stalled with his Ducati, providing important clues about the race strategy. The 33-year-old Spanish pilot set the fastest lap this morning but then displayed an unusual calmness and performance decline in subsequent sessions.
Details of the Practice Session
In the first part of the session, Márquez showcased an effective performance, setting the day’s fastest lap. During the lap, he said, “Today was a day I didn't spend any cleats, so I wasn't tired.” This indicates that Ducati’s team focused more on aerodynamic efficiency throughout the training and limited the pilot’s physical effort. However, Márquez’s performance suggests he may struggle with sprint laps (14-15 laps) in particular.
Observers noted that Márquez displayed a more controlled approach than his unusually aggressive driving style in previous races. The pilot stated, “I felt worse here. I took control.” This indicates that he was struggling to adapt to the track. This suggests a potential problem in Ducati’s adaptation process to the track and driving style.
Strategic Changes and Objectives
In the later hours of the training session, Márquez made adjustments to address difficulties he experienced in certain corners. However, he expressed doubts about their effectiveness in long-distance races. “I was only good for the first few laps, but the time trial test resulted in a normal result. I expected to be somewhere between 5 and 10,” he said.
His goal for tomorrow is to secure a place among the top two and this is considered a major achievement. It was noted that the team carried out a reinforced replacement (aerodynamic support) in the afternoon when the wind was effective. This shows a strategic approach adopted against weather conditions during the race.
Tomorrow’s Expectations
Regarding the training session, Márquez said, “I was good at fast acceleration, but the time trial test resulted in a normal result.” This suggests that Ducati is struggling to find balance between speed and driving style. The plan for tomorrow is to secure a place among the top two and this will be considered a major achievement.
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