Ai Ogura Ends Eighth at Argentine GP but Faces Disqualification Due to Team Error
Ai Ogura finished eighth at the Argentine GP but was later disqualified due to his team’s installation of an incorrect ECU on his bike. The rookie expressed satisfaction with his performance, acknowledging improvements from the Warm Up session. He believed a top-ten finish was possible, which he ultimately achieved before the disqualification.
Ai Ogura experienced a bittersweet day at the Argentine Grand Prix. Although he finished the race in an impressive eighth position, he later learned that he had been disqualified due to an error made by his team, which incorrectly installed a non-compliant ECU on his motorcycle.
Prior to this disqualification, Ogura, a rookie in MotoGP after previously being crowned the Moto2 world champion, expressed his satisfaction with the race results in a press conversation. He stated, “Very happy. Our performance was very similar to Saturday, just with a few things different. But it’s true that in the Warm Up session we found a little more in the entry phase [of the curve], and it was really better.” He acknowledged that this adjustment was crucial for the race, noting how well they executed their strategy: “We worked very well in the race, so it was different, yes.”
When asked about his expectations for finishing in the top ten prior to the race, Ogura shared, “For sure, if nothing had happened after the start, it would have been difficult to get into the top 10. So I was thinking maybe top 10, but I wasn’t sure. But in the end, we finished eighth, so very good.”
Overall, Ai Ogura’s performance reflected both potential and disappointment, showcasing his capability while highlighting the impacts of technical discrepancies in competitive racing.
In conclusion, Ai Ogura’s performance at the Argentine GP underscored his talent, finishing eighth before his disqualification due to a team error. His positive outlook and adaptability demonstrate his potential as he transitions into MotoGP, after winning the Moto2 championship. This incident serves as a reminder of the critical nature of technical compliance in motorsport.
Original Source: motorcyclesports.net
