Before the start of the longest MXGP season in history we sit down with Bulgarian MX2 ace Petar Pеtrov to find out about his recovery from injury, preparation for the year ahead and his thoughts on moving on to the higher 450 class in 2018.
Yes, I‘m fully recovered. I had surgery at the beginning of September. The process was long, I started riding again in the middle of December. We had to change a bit our training program because we had only 2 months before the start, but I think we did well.
Ye, I was close a few times, but unfortunately finished in the top 3 only once. I also raced a long time injured. The track in Belgium dose suit me, but so do many others and I hope in 2017 we will be on the podium more often.
Yes, I can‘t wait to race in the big class. I think the 450 suits me better, but now my goal is to achieve the best result in 250 before we move up.
Unfortunately we no longer have a round in Bulgaria, but that is the situation right now. It’s a pity because I think it would have been awesome to fight for 1-st place in front of our home fans.
This season will be very long and you need to control how much you train. The rest will also be important, but I have the best people around me who will guide me in the right direction.
I started a little late. Because of the injury I spent some time in France to be close to the team so we can make all the necessary tests. I took part in a couple of international races just to see where I and the bike stand. I think we did well. The championship is long and even if we are not 100% at the start it shouldn’t be a big problem.
Ye, I live abroad and it‘s unfortunate that I can‘t spend more time with my family in Bulgaria. I miss them a lot, but that‘s my job and at the moment I‘m entirely focused on the new season.
I what to thank everybody who supports me and specially the team from Monster Energy Bulgaria.
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