"In qualifying, we missed going through to Q2 by just a few tenths with only one lap available on the second run. With a bit of luck, we could have gained a few positions on the grid. I am still struggling when I release the brakes. I need to brake hard and then open the throttle back up to generate load transfers that let me turn the bike, so there are still some difficulties but on this track I am able to be faster and I think that in the race we'll be able to battle in the top 12, which is certainly not our goal, but right now it's a realistic target."

"Unfortunately, we weren't able to solve all of our problems today. Especially in qualifying, I really struggled with rear grip and that is a situation that doesn't change much between the various available tyre compounds. Given the characteristics of the circuit, struggling in braking and acceleration means losing a lot of time. I don't expect any revolutions from now to the race, tomorrow it will be hard."