Another nuance not every French fan praying for a downpour may have grasped is that Zarco really comes into his own on a damp or evolving circuit rather than in fully wet conditions.
“What I like the most is when there is a little bit less water on the track,” explained the 35-year-old. “When it’s raining a lot, I don’t feel I can make a big difference because I need laps to catch confidence. But when there is a bit less water and the other guys maybe are struggling with the tyre moving, I take my advantage from there.”
While Zarco may claim “not to care” about precipitation on Sunday, the rider is well aware that the Le Mans faithful will have different feelings on the matter.
“I think the French fans are the only ones hoping for rain for the grand prix,” he joked. “Normally, the people like the sun and to chill on the grass. But French fans, no, they don’t want it anymore!”
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