Pedrosa made the second wildcard appearance of his time as a KTM test rider since retiring from full-time competition at the end of 2018 last weekend at Jerez.
Despite not having taken part in a grand prix weekend since 2021, Pedrosa topped FP1 at Jerez, ended Friday third overall, qualified sixth and finished there in the sprint, and was seventh in the grand prix.
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Speaking after the grand prix, Pedrosa says he was almost overwhelmed by emotions during the pre-race rider parade due to the support he received from the fans trackside and the riders.
“I give this weekend a 10, because everything went very well,” Pedrosa said.
“On the lap on top of the bus [during the fan parade] I almost began to cry. The reception was incredible, both from the fans and from the other riders.
“I understand that it is difficult to be competing and supporting a rival, but it has been very nice on their part.”
Source: Autosport