Motegi QP

....wow.

What did they feed Capirossi? The next 17 riders are all within 1s, but
Capirossi's half a second ahead...

 

And Rossi back in 11th. It's going to make for an interesting first 5
laps.

Big up for Hopkins too.

 

It's only qualifying, I mean a flash in the pan lap makes a rider bike
combo look good but really all that counts is consistent lap times for a
race.

Melandri on 3rd but really he hasn't been a consistent front runner this
weekend where as Rossi has. I think the Yammis just didn't have the
ability to do a real fast sprint lap but still have the consistency to
be a major competior in the race.

Capirossi is a dilema, he has been fast all weekend but I just aren't
convinced the Duc will remain fast over the race distance.

I think in the end Biaggi, Rossi and Tamada will be the ones deciding
the podium, to me they have the consistency needed to win at Motegi.

Paul

 

Excellent analysis. When you write like this, it is a pleasure to read,
really.

I still have a problem comprehending Capirossi's .5s lead, and instinctively
question whether he'll show such superior pace in the race. Nothing we've
seen all year indicates it.

Whether the Bridgestone advantage holds up over a long race seems
questionable.

This will be interesting because with Rossi seemingly off the pace, many
riders will probably go hell for leather for the chance to score a win that
may redeem their season somewhat (except for Hayden, who already has his
under the belt).

....pablo