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Pol Espargaro to replace Vinales on the track in Misano

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Pol Espargaro to replace Vinales on the track in Misano
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In order to support Spanish rider Maverick Vinales's recovery process, Pol Espargaro will take over the Tech3 seat for the third time. While Vinales has decided to rest due to the issues he is facing, Pol Espargaro's professionalism and experience support the team's preparations for the MotoGP return.

Maverick Vinales's Recovery Process

Pol Espargaro replaced Maverick Vinales in the last two races, securing 18th place at Silverstone and 16th at Aragon. While Vinales is resting due to his injury, Pol Espargaro confirmed he is ready for the Misano races. Team Manager Nicolas Goyon of Tech3 stated that the riders support the recovery process and they trust Espargaro.

Although our priority is to support Maverick's recovery, we are pleased that Pol will be with us in Misano.

The team is moving with the goal of sustaining Maverick's recovery. Maverick is working to be ready for Spielberg again. The Tech3 team emphasizes Pol Espargaro's experience during this process.

Pol Espargaro's Experience

Pol Espargaro expressed that he is trying to adapt to the race pace and admitted shortcomings in terms of speed. However, he stated that he felt he was accelerating. He also emphasized that he is accustomed to testing in events like Misano.

Even though I raced in Misano the latest in 2022, I am accustomed to testing here. We will see what happens.

The team indicates that Pol Espargaro has proven this through his professionalism and commitment in the last two races. The Tech3 team believes Pol will contribute valuable experience in the MotoGP return.

He knows the team very well; he proved this with his professionalism and commitment in the last two races.

Future Plans

Following the Misano weekend, Pol Espargaro will move to Mugello to test KTM's 850cc engine. Vinales's health status also brings the possibility of switching to the 1000cc engine in the Austrian Grand Prix.

The team hopes for Maverick to return to the track. They emphasize that Pol Espargaro will contribute significant experience in the MotoGP return.

Returning to MotoGP is never easy, but Pol is making a big contribution. We look forward to working with him in San Marino.

They wish Maverick a speedy recovery and hope to see him when he is ready.

Statistics

  • Aragon GP: 5.08 km length, lap record 1:46.069.

This article was compiled from 2 sources covering the same story.

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