On fait le point avec Chris juste avant sa reprise officielle en compétition ce WE à Mons en Belgique…
“You just had a busy week, didn’t you?
Christophe Pourcel: You bet, but is was a fruitful one as well! On Tuesday and Wednesday we have been testing with the 450cc bike. Everything went fine and it was easy to get used to. That was actually my first time on a 450 this season, because it’s only two weeks I’m back on the bike now after my injury. I really want to come to the ‘Bois Brulé’ well prepared and that’s why we needed a thorough test in the sand. Thursday I managed to get my driver’s license, it’s no headline news, yet it’s quite convenient that I don’t need to be chauffeured any longer!
Your tibia injury is completely healed now?
Christophe Pourcel: Actually I had two cracks in my tibia, but everything is stabilized now. I had one horizontal and one vertical fracture. Actually it’s quite a strange injury, because I didn’t even crash! The surgeon told me the injury could be related to growth. I don’t feel any pain and physically I have been continuing to train as much as I could. I don’t think I have had a major setback because of the injury.
You made quite an impression during your Supercross races in the States?
I got second in the first and I won the second race. So yes, it was a good experience. It assured me that I’m up to the job. I even felt I had a chance on winning the title if I had completed the series. It’s a shame I was not able to do all races, but it was good for next year to get a taste of the action, train in America and work with the Pro Circuit team.
You are aiming for the United Telecom Trophy title this year?
Christophe Pourcel: Absolutely, for me it was clear from the start that I wanted to win the championship if I was going to do all rounds. I’m not interested to train during a race! When I have a goal in mind I will do everything needed to reach it. Of course it would be cool to beat the Belgians at home. Ramon and Strijbos have more experience on the 450, but it will be a good learning experience. Mons is a very challenging track with a lot of corners and it’s tough to pass, but at least I know what to expect.”
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