GINO BORSOI
Team Director, Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP

All in all, it was an interesting day and we’re particularly pleased for Jack, who set a good time. We tried many different solutions and completed several long runs, and the race pace is encouraging. We know we are still missing something, but we’re satisfied with the level we’ve reached with the package we currently have. We’ll use the race weekend to continue improving the set-up. We’ve closed the gap to the front group, and what makes me happiest is that Jack gave us very positive feedback about the bike’s behaviour. As for Toprak, we were able to narrow down our working direction and better understand what works and what doesn’t. Even though many people expect a big result from him straight away, we know he needs time to adapt and learn, and we also need to fully understand his requirements. At the end of the day, I saw him optimistic.

JACK MILLER
Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Rider

Today was busy and tough — I’ll definitely sleep well tonight. We completed two long runs of around 20 laps each, and that’s part of the process when you’re working with a new motorcycle, trying to understand it and develop it. We know there are clear areas we need to improve, but overall I feel good on the bike and I can feel it getting better step by step. That’s encouraging, and I’m looking forward to going racing. We’re aware that this track is a challenging one for us, especially with the long straights, but we have a clear plan for the first updates and everyone is pushing hard. I’m pushing the guys, and at the same time trying to give them the most precise feedback possible to shorten the development process. Handling-wise I feel comfortable, and I firmly believe the engineers are doing everything they can. Considering this bike was basically built six months ago, being around a second off on a single lap shows we’re moving in the right direction.

TOPRAK RAZGATLIOGLU
Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP rider

Today my focus was on race simulation work and also on riding behind Jack. I think I understood much more about the bike and I’m starting to understand these tyres better as well. The more I ride, the more comfortable I feel. I know I still have a lot to improve, also mentally. When I was riding behind Jack and saw how much he leaned on the front tyre, I was sure he was going to crash. But then I saw how smoothly he carried the corner, and I realised it’s my mind that needs to adapt and trust these tyres more. I was able to do six or seven laps on the same set of tyres with consistent lap times, which is positive. I’m looking forward to continuing this learning process.