The exchange of statements between Honda and Michelin after the change of the tire casing for the Indonesian Grand Prix generated a lot of controversy during the last test in Mandalika, where Pol Espargaró, who had been the fastest in the tests, did not end as he had hoped. .
The Granollers driver was asked for his analysis of what happened, and for the youngest of the Espargaró brothers the situation is very clear.
“It is very easy to understand what happened in Mandalika with the tires. The two strongest teams in the tests, with the normal tires, were Honda and Suzuki. And the ones that suffered the most in the race, with the new carcass, were also Honda and Suzuki”, launched Pol, who could only finish 12th in Indonesia.
Pol Espargaró’s anger increased after Michelin’s attitude towards Honda, since Piero Taramasso , responsible for the French manufacturer in the MotoGP World Championship, quickly positioned himself.
The Spaniard feels that Michelin has been too touchy and believes that he should have simply acknowledged his mistake in not being able to foresee conditions in Indonesia.
“When I have problems with my bike, I complain about my bike, about the Honda, to the press, and nothing happens. Honda takes responsibility. And when I’m not up to the level, Honda says so. But, in this paddock You can not blame according to whom. It is not bad to admit the blame some time, “he assured.
“What is evident is that, compared to the test, the problems were focused on the entrance of the corners, and that had not happened to us until then. And there was only one change in that grand prix,” he added.
On the other hand, Espargaró downplayed the delay of the last plane with World Cup material, which forced to suspend the activity on Friday and condense the days on Saturday.
“I don’t think it’s anyone’s fault. But overall, I think we are the least affected. Firstly because we have all the material, and secondly because I have enough experience on this track. So I more or less know what to expect. But there are many rookies who have not ridden here, and it will be more complicated. Qualifying is always the most stressful day, “he concluded.
