Malaysian Grand Prix: Johann Zarco takes points in Malaysia

CASTROL Honda LCR rider Johann Zarco finishes 12th at the Sepang International Circuit.

• From 9th on the grid, and after feeling some improvements during Saturday’s Sprint, Johann Zarco was determined to push again for a good result in Sunday’s race.
• The French rider made a strong start and was fighting for the top seven positions in the early stages.
• However, in the closing laps, extreme tyre consumption caused by the high temperatures prevented him from maintaining the pace of the top 10. Zarco eventually crossed the line in 12th place, securing valuable championship points.
• Despite the tough conditions, Zarco showed solid progress throughout the weekend, regaining confidence and demonstrating positive signs as the team heads into the final races of the season.

“I was happy with the start of the race and the first laps. I was in a good position and could control my pace for a while, which I wanted to maintain for the whole race, as I wasn’t that far from the group ahead. However, as the laps went by, it became more difficult; I couldn’t manage the tyre drop, and that’s when other riders overtook me. I tried to finish the race as well as possible, and overall, after many struggles, we had a solid weekend. We need to keep making progress.”