Italian GP Second qualifying practice
POLE POSITION FOR FORTUNA HONDA
Jorge Lorenzo became the fastest rider ever around the Mugello
circuit on a 250cc machine this afternoon as he stormed to
his first pole position in the class at the Italian Grand
Prix. The teenager from Mallorca put his lap time down the
hard work put in by his team, whilst Héctor Barberá
struggled with an injury to his left arm which needed to be
analysed by the championship’s medical staff. The youngster
was unable to improve his provisional qualifying time but
is happy with his race set-up and will start from the second
row of the grid.
Jorge Lorenzo, pole position, 1'53.494.
"I’m really happy. The first time is always special
and this is my first pole in 250cc. I want to give my heartfelt
thanks to the whole team because sometimes when things aren’t
going well I’m a bit out of order with them. I really
appreciate their efforts.
I’m learning to suffer – I finished reading the
second part of Lance Armstrong’s autobiography three
days ago and it helped me a lot.
I already took a step forward at Le Mans and then another
one during the day of tests the following day. I’ve
got a lot more confidence in the bike now – I’ve
improved corner entry and that is complimented by my speed
through the corner, which has allowed me to take this next
step forward. I’m expecting a tough race tomorrow –
125 style!”
Héctor Barberá, 8th fastest, 1'54.800,
+1.306 from pole.
"I was able to ride much today. I crashed this morning
and I’ve had a lot of problems with my left arm. It
keeps going to sleep on me and I’ve got no strength
to keep my lines in the left-handers. I can’t brake
hard or pick the bike up.
I’m a bit worried and I’m going to go and see
the doctors.
As far as the performance on the track is concerned, and looking
at it from a positive viewpoint as always, I’m happy
with the set-up we’ve found. The only thing missing
is my fitness – we’ll have to wait and see if
the doctors can help."
Dani Amatriaín, Manager Fortuna Honda 250cc
Team Manager
"I can’t hide my delight for the whole team because
of the way they are fighting and working. I’m happy
because Jorge has managed his first pole position in 250cc.
Let’s see if we have some luck tomorrow and at least
get on the podium."
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