Jonas Folger to interchange injured Pol Espargaro at GASGAS MotoGP

Folger to race for GASGAS

GASGAS Manufacturing unit Racing Tech3 are counting the times till Pol Espargaro is able to return to his RC16 however within the meantime, and from the Grand Prix of the Americas at COTA in mid-April, the crew and model will rely on the pace and expertise of former MotoGP podium finisher Jonas Folger.

The 29-year-old German will make his first MotoGP look since 2017 and since getting into the position as an official check rider. Jonas beforehand represented the Tech3 setup – scoring an exciting runner-up consequence at his house Grand Prix – so is aware of the crew and the tradition.

Pol Espargaro travelled again to Barcelona final weekend the place he had surgical procedure on his jaw. The process was carried out on Tuesday on the Dexeus Hospital. He’ll stay underneath commentary for a few days and is hopeful of being house quickly when he’ll be capable to step-up his physiotherapy and outline a timeframe to get again within the saddle.

GASGAS Manufacturing unit Racing Tech3 are contesting this weekend’s Gran Premio Michelin de la Republica Argentina with Augusto Fernandez.

Jonas Folger

“To begin with I actually hope Pol is doing nicely and getting again on his ft as quickly as potential. I’m certain he has the correct individuals round him. From my aspect I’m trying ahead to racing once more and arriving to Texas to see all the fellows from my previous crew! I hope we will do a good job and I do know will probably be a giant problem for me since testing has solely simply began. Nevertheless, this will likely be an incredible alternative to rise up to hurry and study extra concerning the bike. I’m grateful and now trying to Texas.”

Nicolas Goyon, GASGAS Manufacturing unit Racing Tech3 Staff Supervisor

“It’s clear Pol wants time to make a full restoration and our ideas are nonetheless with him and we’re in touch on a regular basis. Till he’s prepared although Jonas’ testing position collectively along with his latest MotoGP expertise meant he’s the right fill-in. We had some good reminiscences with him a number of years in the past and he examined with us in Sepang this pre-season. He’s an incredible man and we’re delighted to welcome him again.”

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