MotoGP | Japanese GP Race: Rins, “I was hoping for a different ending”

GP Japan Suzuki MotoGP 2022 – Double retirement for the Suzuki team in Motegi, scene of the last MotoGP Japanese Grand Prix. Due to two technical problems with the GSX-RRs engaged on the track (Alex Rins had to stop due to a strong loss of pressure in the front tire due to damage to the rim, while Takuya Tsuoda had to stop due to an exhaust problem), the standard bearers of the Japanese team they failed to take the checkered flag, finishing as badly as they could this weekend. A disappointing epilogue that the team will have to leave behind in view of the final rush of this championship.

Statements by Alex Rins GP Race Japan MotoGP 2022

“It was a really bad race for us. The start actually went well and I recovered several positions, but then at turn 3 I decided to overtake some riders on the outside, on the curb. After that I started to lose feeling with the front, it seemed like the tire was deflating little by little. I lost a lot of positions and risked falling at every corner, so I returned to the pits. My staff confirmed an air leak caused by a dent in the rim. I wish things had gone differently, especially to reward the fans in the stands, but unfortunately it wasn't possible."

Statements Takuya Tsuda Japan GP Race MotoGP 2022

“I started well but then I started to feel something strange with the engine, specifically a drop in power. Then the fire broke out and I had to stop. The feeling with the chassis was good, so ending the race like this was really disappointing. However, overall, I had a very positive experience this weekend and I would like to thank the team for giving me this opportunity.”