Maverick Viñales is struggling to find his speed in MotoGP, finishing 19th in the Hungarian Grand Prix.
What happened?
Maverick Viñales was second-last in qualifying and only 19th in the race, a result below his expectation.
The Spanish rider tried several times to return from the dislocated shoulder he suffered in Germany last summer.
His most recent return came at the Catalan Grand Prix, and Hungary was his third race back.
Why it matters for Maverick Viñales
Maverick Viñales feels his physical condition is not the main issue, but rather the feeling he has on the bike.
He said: "I'm surprised because I thought I had much more speed."
The Tech3 KTM rider is still missing strength in his shoulder but lacks understanding of how to ride the RC16.
What comes next?
Maverick Viñales will work to understand how to improve and be quicker with the bike.
He had a poor start to the Sprint due to a start device problem but found a positive in the different setting they used.
Maverick Viñales is determined to find his speed and compete at the top level in MotoGP.
The Hungarian Grand Prix was a tough weekend for Maverick Viñales, but he will look to bounce back in the next race.
Maverick Viñales' shoulder is improving, and he feels better than he did in Mugello.
He needs to find a strong point to rely on to do a lap time, and every time he tries to brake late, he misses the corners.
Maverick Viñales will keep working hard to understand how to improve and be quicker with the bike.