After an impressive pre-season Mitch Evans talks about working smarter not just harder
By Team TMX on 27th Feb 20
Hes already beaten his team-mate Tim Gajser at the final round of the Italian championship but can Mitch Evans in his newbie season in the MXGP class make his presence felt on a 450?
Obviously, after I got the call to join Team HRC it was a dream come true for me, he said. Ive always grown up looking at the scene over here and HRC is one of the best rides you can have. I was a little bit speechless when it happened but I knew it was going to be a big challenge and I couldnt wait to get started.
Ive done a lot of gym work to make sure Im ready for the extra size and power of the 450 machine. I started a little bit earlier, which meant that I could go to Australia and I think that was important as it refreshed me a bit.
Heading back to Australia is a big deal for Evans and hes hoping to build on his time at home. Last year I wasnt able to go home and I felt a bit homesick so just those couple of weeks I think have made a big difference mentally and physically.
Ive tried to work smarter and not just harder but now Im back working with the team to get everything ready for this season and its all going well.
Having Tim as three-time world champion as my team-mate is pretty cool. To be on the same team that he did it on is awesome because they know how to win as well.
I couldnt have anyone better to learn from, so Im looking forward to improving from him and hes a great guy, we get along really well so Ive really enjoyed my time riding with him.
We have a bit of banter when we can but when we need to be serious, we are and its just a good dynamic between us both.
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