Herlings Eyes Return to Form After Injury Setbacks
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Location: [Insert Race Location] — Jeffrey Herlings, the Dutch motocross standout, marked a significant comeback in his latest race, capitalizing on hard-won experience and renewed fitness. Following an extended period of recovery from multiple injuries, Herlings expressed a determined mindset aimed at maximizing his performance on the track.
"I just tried to keep riding," Herlings stated. "I had to ride with the fast guys in Sardinia. I showed them I had the speed, but after three laps, my arm pump was harder than you could believe."
Herlings, who has faced numerous ups and downs throughout his career, emphasized that while his innate talent remains intact, hard work was essential to regain competitiveness after two months away from peak form. "It feels good to be back, number 108," he added, underscoring his ambition to improve his ranking before retirement.
In preparation for this season, Herlings underwent extensive testing, adapting to a new bike and modifications necessitated by recent noise regulations. He acknowledged improvements in his starts, noting an increased competitiveness during the first moto in France, where he claimed second place.
"My starts got a bit better," he said. "Consistency isn’t there, but the bike got better on the start, at least my bike."
As he looks ahead, Herlings is energized by the challenge of a strong field and aims to secure as many podiums and wins as possible in the remainder of the season. "The competition is strong, so it won’t be easy," he concluded, reflecting a gritty resolve that characterizes his racing approach.
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