Honda rider Johann Zarco finished 12th at the Indonesian MotoGP on Sunday after mechanical issues threatened his race at the Mandalika circuit. The Frenchman started from 18th position, but gained four places on the opening lap before a clutch malfunction disrupted his progress. Zarco maintained focus despite the technical setback, and he earned championship points after Enea Bastianini retired, and Jack Miller crashed.
The result marked Zarco's recovery from a difficult weekend that included his 26th crash of the season on Saturday. He stated the technical problem forced him to concentrate on avoiding mistakes, and completing the race boosted his confidence. The points give Zarco momentum ahead of the Australian Grand Prix in two weeks.
The result marked Zarco's recovery from a difficult weekend that included his 26th crash of the season on Saturday. He stated the technical problem forced him to concentrate on avoiding mistakes, and completing the race boosted his confidence. The points give Zarco momentum ahead of the Australian Grand Prix in two weeks.
