Honda has once again chosen Stefan Bradl as reserve driver for the Argentine Grand Prix. The German will have to replace Marc Márquez once again during his new case of diplopia, which will keep him temporarily on absolute rest.
“I was in Indonesia and I saw the accident,” Bradl said before adding that he was not surprised when HRC garage chief Alberto Puig called him.
So far, Honda has only confirmed Bradl for Argentina. This means that if Marquez also had to take a break next weekend, the German would contest the United States Grand Prix in Texas.
“It’s a familiar situation for me because I’ve done it in the past,” Bradl said of his short-term assignment. “I am trying to help the team. When you put on the helmet you are always motivated. I know everyone and I know what to expect.”
“I want to perform, but I know it will not be easy to opt for what I would like, but at least I want to achieve this weekend. The level of MotoGP is very high. I want to enjoy it and then we will see what is possible. I always try to get a good result”.
Although it will not be easy for the German driver, Bradl assures that “he does not have any pressure”.
“When people ask me for results, I always say I’ll do my best. I’m the first to get frustrated when I don’t do well. But I’ve learned to relax in that regard.”
The last time Bradl competed in Termas de Río Hondo was in 2016. At that time he finished seventh on the Aprilia. “I’ve liked the track in the past. I hope the grip level is good.”
Due to problems in the arrival of the material to the Argentine paddock, the weekend was reduced to two days.
“It will be a complicated Saturday for everyone. There is no margin for error. The schedule is what it is and it is the same for everyone. I think it is fair” he ventured.
