MotoGP | Austrian GP 2 Press Conference: Valentino Rossi, “The accident between Zarco and Morbidelli was terrifying

MotoGP GP Austria 2 Red Bull Ring Yamaha MotoGP Press Conference – Valentino Rossi was one of the protagonists of the press conference for the Styrian Grand Prix, the second event at the Red Bull Ring after the Austrian Grand Prix last Sunday.

The "Doctor" returned to the frightening accident between Johann Zarco and Franco Morbidelli, which could have had catastrophic consequences on the Pesaro native and his team-mate Maverick Vinales, who saw themselves pass in front of and above the Italian-Brazilian's Yamaha and the French Duchies.

Speaking about the race he said that it won't be easy, but that he will try to stay with the best group.

Statements Valentino Rossi Austrian GP 2 MotoGP Red Bull Ring Press Conference

“After the accident between Zarco and Morbidelli it was difficult to find concentration, because it was a terrifying moment. I saw Zarco's bike fly over Vinales' head. I have to say that we were really lucky because both bikes didn't hit us. I will still run in 2021 too, also because when I stop I won't stay at home, but I will always do something risky. As for the race, this is a complicated track for us, we don't have the pace to fight for the podium and the victory. In this second GP we will have more data and we will try to do better."

Statements Valentino Rossi Austrian GP 2 dangers Red Bull Ring Press Conference

“As far as the track is concerned, it is a dangerous circuit in terms of speed, with several points at more than 300 km/h. The worst point is curve 2-3. It's a technical point, but it's very dangerous. They have expanded the protection and it's better, for example Zarco's motorbike, it wouldn't have crossed the track.”