Gardner Gathers Data in Mixed Conditions on Japanese GP Friday

The Yamaha Factory Racing Test Team kicked off their programme at the Grand Prix of Japan today. Wild-card entry Remy Gardner gathered as much data as possible on the first day at the Mobility Resort Motegi to boost the Yamaha M1's development. He finished the Friday in 23rd place.

The Yamaha Factory Racing Test Team had a positive first day of riding during the Grand Prix of Japan Friday MotoGP sessions. Remy Gardner set out to solely focus on analysing prototype parts in a premier class race weekend setting. He wrapped up the Practice in 23rd place, putting him on the entry list for tomorrow's Q1.

Sudden rain during this morning's FP1 meant the 1-hour afternoon session became even more crucial for the Yamaha Factory Racing Test Team to gather data. Having completed 9 laps in the morning, Gardner went on to add another 22 laps in the afternoon. He clocked a 1'46.716s in the Practice, which put him in 23rd place in the results, 3.280s from first.

The Yamaha Factory Racing Test Team will continue their testing programme during the Saturday MotoGP sessions: FP2 will be held from 10:10 - 10:40 GMT + 9, followed by the qualifying sessions from 10:50 - 11:30, and the 12-lap Sprint that starts at 15:00.