David de Gea at Czech GP

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CZECH REPUBLIC GP

SATURDAY QUALIFYING SESSION

David de Gea - 24th 2'04.638

"Many problems with the bike, the crankshaft broke this morning and I started late in this afternoon's session as the mechanics were still working on the bike. The clutch was also sliding during this qualifying session. We have a clear direction on what we are doing with the rear tyre for the race and we have a good choice for the front tyre.

We have many problems with this bike, but next race we will be on the 4 stroke, so its only one more day on this bike."

Chris Burns ­ 25th 2'05.083

"We have a good race set up for tomorrow after sorting out a few chassis problems this morning in practice. The race tyres are good from Dunlop and we are working tonight on a few issues with the steering.

I am still sore, real sore in my collarbone area, but its strong enough for me to race, I just have to take it a bit steadier than usual and ride within myself a bit, Its hard though, once you are out on the track to think like that.

Hopefully, I will finish this race, I have to finish."

Peter Clifford ­ Team Manager

"Both guys did a superb job throughout practice and I really don't think there is anything more to come from their motorcycles. A real achievement for the guys to go so quick on the equipment we've got without making any mistakes.

A big thank-you to Dunlop for giving us such superb tyres as well."