“Great Sprint” for Johann Zarco, jokes penalty could help on Sunday
Johann Zarco marked his MotoGP comeback with a great Sprint and joked the long lap penalty might help his tyre pressure.
- Zarco's comeback was praised after a strong Sprint performance.
- He joked that the double long lap penalty could benefit his tyre pressure.
Johann Zarco marked his MotoGP comeback with a “great Sprint” and joked Sunday’s double long lap penalty will help his tyre pressure.
Johann Zarco's 2026 season
MotoGP riders' championship after round 13
Last 3 races: P5 GRAND PRIX OF CATALONIA, P5 GRAND PRIX OF CATALONIA, DNS GRAND PRIX OF CATALONIA
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