Espargaro ‘doesn’t understand’ why friendly MotoGP title battle isn’t liked

Espargaro has emerged as a surprise championship contender in 2022 aboard the vastly improved RS-GP after taking a maiden win at the Argentine Grand Prix earlier this season.

After 12 races he is just 22 points behind reigning world champion Quartararo and has consistently been a podium contender this season.

What has typified the 2022 title battle is the wholesome nature of…