Álex Márquez indicates a different race dynamic for the Argentina Grand Prix, emphasizing the importance of strategy and tyre selection over compound choice. He expresses cautious optimism following his Sprint performance and plans to use warm-up data to finalize his approach for the main race.
Álex Márquez anticipates a distinct approach for the upcoming main race at the Argentina Grand Prix, following a competitive performance in the Sprint race, where he finished closely behind his brother, Marc. As a rider for Gresini Racing, he remains cautious about his expectations for the race on Sunday.
In a press conference after the Sprint race, Márquez expressed his anticipation, stating, “I think tomorrow will be a different story.” He acknowledged that tyre selection, which is a crucial aspect of the race strategy at Termas de Río Hondo, will require careful consideration.
Márquez emphasized that while tyre compound choice is important, it may not significantly alter overall performance. He remarked, “I don’t think that if you go for soft or medium, the tyre is going to change your race that much.” Instead, he believes the key lies in adapting his racing strategy effectively.
The rider highlighted that the choice of tyres would influence his race tactics, indicating, “is changing your approach to the race and the points where you can attack.” This underscores the notion that effective strategy is paramount over merely selecting tyre compounds.
Before finalizing his decision, Márquez plans to analyze data gathered from the morning warm-up session, stating, “Now we’ll have more information after the warm-up. And after that, we’ll have more clarity on what we need to try tomorrow morning.”
In summary, Álex Márquez is preparing for a strategic evolution in the main race at the Argentina Grand Prix, considering his recent performance and the impact of tyre selection. He recognizes that while tyre choice is significant, the broader strategy and timing during the race will play crucial roles in determining success. Márquez aims to leverage additional data from the warm-up session to refine his approach further before the race.
Original Source: motorcyclesports.net
