Promising Valencia GP cut short for Aleix Espargaro
An impact from Franco Morbidelli on the grid caused damage to the Honda RC213V of Aleix Espargaro, immediately compromising his race. Soldiering on, Espargaro valiantly fought for the points paying positions to bring home a reward for the Honda HRC Test Team’s hard work. Eventually forced to retire due to the damage, Espargaro’s potential at the Valencia GP remained shrouded.
Aleix Espargaro
“Our pace was good all things considered. A shame what happened on the grid but honestly, I feel bad because Morbidelli has picked up an injury. We were racing with some damage and at the start it was OK, but the exhaust was dragging and the footpeg was getting more and more loose, so I had to retire. Overall, I am happy with what we have shown this weekend, of course it would have been great to have some more tangible rewards, but this can happen. Very happy with the work all Honda has done to end the year in this way.”
