Johann Zarco, champion of the French Grand Prix of MotoGP in 2025, is preparing to face the next event at the Le Mans circuit with the hope of achieving a new victory. Although the odds are not in his favor, the LCR Honda team rider admits that weather conditions could play in his favor, as rain is expected during the race.
The Frenchman, who has been competing with a bike that is not competitive, is aware that he will need all factors to align in order to have a shot at fighting for the podium. At a press conference, Zarco expressed his disbelief at the idea of being considered a favorite, stating that despite the expectations, he sees only a small chance of triumph.
The Cannes rider recalled his standout performance at the recent Jerez Grand Prix, where he managed to qualify second in wet conditions. However, in the Sunday race, his performance was not as strong, finishing in seventh place. Zarco indicated that with rain, his chances significantly increase, as he feels more comfortable in those conditions than when the track is dry.
The favoritism of French fans towards rain is not anecdotal, as he himself has confessed that local fans would prefer to see rain during the race. “I think French fans are the only ones who hope it rains for the grand prix,” he commented ironically. As the competition weekend approaches, Zarco is preparing to face the race with humility and determination, hoping to take advantage of any opportunity that may arise.
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