Team Honda Maddii ABF Italia: Maxime Grau secures his first Top 10 of the year at Lacapelle Marival

Team Honda Maddii ABF Italia achieved a significant milestone at the sixth round of the MXGP World Championship held at Lacapelle Marival in France. Maxime Grau, racing on home soil, secured his first Top 10 finish of the season by placing eighth overall. The weekend marked a breakthrough for the French rider, who displayed impressive speed and consistency throughout the event, navigating the demanding track conditions with skill and determination. From the outset, Grau showed a strong connection with his Honda bike, adapting well to the challenging ruts and terrain of the French circuit during practice sessions. His performance was characterised not only by physical ability but also by a mature and composed approach to racing. The technical team highlighted his mental resilience and race management as key factors behind the positive result, noting this psychological growth as the most encouraging aspect of the weekend. Team Manager Marco Maddii expressed satisfaction with Grau’s progress, emphasising the importance of the rider’s mental development alongside his physical performance. Maddii praised Grau’s handling of both the overall weekend and individual motos, describing it as a “beautiful sign of mental growth.” Looking ahead, the team is optimistic about the upcoming round in Germany, a venue where Grau has historically performed well, with the aim of maintaining the momentum and focus demonstrated in France. The successful outing at Lacapelle Marival not only boosts Grau’s confidence but also reinforces the team’s strategy of nurturing both the technical and psychological aspects of their rider’s development. With continued support from Honda and Gariboldi, Team Honda Maddii ABF Italia is poised to build on this achievement as the MXGP season progresses, targeting consistent top-tier finishes in the rounds to come.