As always were on hand to take a look through some of the biggest talking points through both classes. Neil Morrison Any team trying to succeed needs an Irishman in their ranks. I am ready to concede and get your shipping address to my email. Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM thepecinoreport andrathepecinoreport qickdraw73 Manuel is everywhere https://pecinogp.com/ **SUBSCRIBE, like, rate and share! Useful if you want to create a direct download link, embed in your own player, post from another publishing engine, link to from Patreon, etc. Fewer crashes. A lack of braking stability meant he couldnt steer. But none as fine as this. Second race in a row he left everyone behind him. He carries the capacity to not only make the impossible possible, but to ensure the impossible seems like a regular, everyday feat, be it crashing on an out lap in a title decider and still winning (Estoril, 2010) or passing 32 riders in 20 laps without breaking sweat (Valencia in 2012). But I hope that when I write about it, (or any of the people who write for the site), I add value in terms of knowledge, analysis, explaining the why and the how, rather than just the what, when and where. This is a podcast creator profile for Neil Morrison. But Toby Moody man he got so excited and his analysis was always spot on. Marquez and new team-mate Joan Mir were, therefore, entitled to expect big changes here. In this case, Arenas judgement wasnt sound but calls for further recriminations were too much. And Any feeling 2020 was inching decisively in favour of Moto3 challenger Albert Arenas took just two laps to come apart. The Englishman has acknowledged mistakes over past race weekends could knock him off course. Europe Moto2 & Moto3 Review - Neil Morrison On Arenas' Temper, Bezzecchi's Return, Gardner Keeping His Cool, And A Lacklustre Luthi, find out more about subscribing to MotoMatters.com here, Coming up: GASGAS Factory Racing Tech3 2023 launch. About this episode:Dani Pedrosa returns for a Wild Card ride - why did he say Yes? I cannot tell you how much I appreciate the subscribers to MotoMatters.com. **WATCH US NOW ON YOUTUBE - Subscribe so you don't miss any action! If Franco Morbidelli did Stand up, he would sound like Neil Morrison. The black flag was timely and fully warranted. May take a closer look at him if he delivers again this weekend, though. I dont know what is going on. Even if pace on used tires was strong, Yamaha have a month to remedy this worrying end. Always from a serious and independent approach. Perhaps with the passing of time the Moto3 contest will be remembered for Raul Fernandezs long-awaited first grand prix win. **WATCH US NOW ON YOUTUBE - Subscribe so you don't miss any action! He arrived at Brno 3 kilos lighter than before. The programme duration will be around 30-40 minutes and the show will include interviews with top MotoGP riders,as well as features about the 2018 line-up and the latest crop of incredible prototype machinery. You can follow this profile to get notifications of Neil Morrison's new podcast credits. We are the hardcore of those who make PecinoGP, but fortunately, we also have the collaboration of much more passionate about motor racing from all over the world. If you would like to read more of our exclusive content you can join the growing band of site supporters, by taking out a subscription here. ?EMILIA ROMAGNA GPFABIO QUARTARARO WORLD CHAMPION FOR 2021Darren Binder going up to MotoGP isn't contractualHonda 1 and 2 - first time in 4 yearsRiders knowing their limitValentino Rossi - top 10 and last home raceIs Davide Brivio coming home to Suzuki?Danilo Petrucci - training for DakarSHOULD FABIO WEAR NUMBER 1 NEXT YEAR???? Neil Morrison is a MotoGP reporter, Moto2/3/E commentator, host of the @PaddockPassPod_____Host. I was really trying in qualifying and said to the guys, This is not possible! I dont really have an explanation. Can you please email me your address Brian? Last year fellow Honda rider Cal Crutchlow said it best: "He's just a freakin a good way, obviously. A strange year for the results, he said at the European GP. I felt really good in the Jerez tests. "The cooling is much better. About this episode:The team chat with MotoGP commentator Neil Morrison and discuss the ins and outs of Moto2 and Moto3**WATCH US NOW ON YOUTUBE - Subscribe so you don't miss any action! And will take that notch proffered by Marquez, continuing a growth spurned on by competition. About this episode:The tyre conspiracyJake Dixon's second shot on the M1 with PetronasJohn McPhee takes Jake's seat in Moto2 this weekDarryn Binder?? by mark.hadf. A whole host of names have been affected by Dunlops new front tire for 2020. The results speak for themselves. Titles aside, the numbers he has amounted across five years in MotoGP are just as astonishing. A clean, simple landing page with an embedded HTML5 audio player (and audio cards for Twitter and Facebook). It was like something which didnt cut the power completely when you downshifted into second gear, but it didnt change clearly. This a initial report on moto 2/3 Filed by David 11/12. Marquez: the greatest ever? | MotoGP Moto2 and Moto3 reports are free. But I didnt find one spot where I could say, This is it. About this episode:Styrian GP!! Watch the incredible documentary charting Marquez' #Big6 - with insight from Marquez, his crewand some never-before-seen footage. If you enjoyed this article, please consider supporting MotoMatters.com. Plus he had the speed. Neil Spalding.com : MotoGP Technology I love the smaller engine classes but I read about the big boys first. But Honda appear as far from the top as they were in the autumn of last year. Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM thepecinoreport andrathepecinoreport qickdraw73 Manuel is everywhere https://pecinogp.com/ **SUBSCRIBE, like, rate and share! Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM thepecinoreport andrathepecinoreport qickdraw73 Manuel is everywhere https://pecinogp.com/ **SUBSCRIBE, like, rate and share! My only issue was it coming out the day before the next weeks practice starts. MotoGP may have moved definitively toward one contender taking the crown. Choose from the drop-down to add . However, it is hard to overstate just how intense this season has been for those of us who have had to work through it. Not just that. So if it was the Moto2 and Moto3 reports you were after, there was no need for you to take out a subscription. Between all of us at PecinoGP, Antonio is without a doubt the most passionate. Brno Moto2 & Moto3 Review - Neil Morrison On Lowes' Podium, Roberts' Revival, A Fiery Foggia, And More, find out more about subscribing to MotoMatters.com here, Coming up: GASGAS Factory Racing Tech3 2023 launch. Plus, an experimental third bike featured some old components, like the swingarm. Thanks David and all the team . But the RC213Vs major deficits remain, with Marquez complaining he still feels far from comfortable when braking to enter the corner. I have no idea why he changed his native Northern Ireland to Catalonia, where he has settled for a few years now.Since 2015 he has been in the World Championship publishing on different websites, and for a couple of years, he is one of the voices that you can hear broadcasting DORNA MotoGP practice sessions.Two things make Neil special among us: he is by far the tallest and he is the best English speaker. About this episode: The team chat with MotoGP commentator Neil Morrison and discuss the ins and outs of Moto2 and Moto3 **WATCH US NOW ON YOUTUBE - Subscribe so you don't miss any action! Plus David has offered refunds to anyone for any vague sense of disappointment, clearly a wise business move. Will edit this off after I get it. Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM thepecinoreport andrathepecinoreport qickdraw73 Manuel is everywhere https://pecinogp.com/ **SUBSCRIBE, like, rate and share! I would argue that there is no better English-language coverage of Moto2 and Moto3 available. The series includes interviews, background information, in-depth analysis, and opinion, and is available to everyone supporting the site by taking out a subscription. This subscription is an exceptional bargain: I find more typos in the daily New York Times, and no one else is providing anything remotely close to what we get, here. But some of Luthis numbers suggest he isnt given enough acclaim. Seems a long time in the age of the intra-web. Since that monster 160mph highside in the warmup of the San Marino GP, which fractured three bones in his left foot and required surgery to plate a broken thumb with six screws, the 22-year old has been a fixture of the top five. Here you will find articles, interviews, analysis, reflections and curiosities about interesting events within motorcycling. He's by far been my favorite MotoGP commentator, and there's been some pretty darn good ones. About this episode:Raul Fernandez has asked to stay in Moto2 for 2022Fabio and his titties - race directionMM93 - crashing out and 100 laps in testingMANUEL CALLS IT!! Neil Morrison is a MotoGP reporter, Moto2/3/E commentator, host of the @PaddockPassPod___________________________________________________________________Hosted By: BT___________________________________________________________________Guests: Neil Morrison___________________________________________________________________Instagram: @talesfromagemini____________________________________________________________________Produced By: @wave1media____________________________________________________________________Location - WAVE1MEDIA, Indianapolis INWebsite - www.thewaveone.comInstagram - @wave1media______________________________________________________________________#NeilMorrison #MotoGP #Podcast On the other side of the garage, Miller admitted, we hit a wall a bit on day three. This was a new experience for the Frenchman, whose testing and development capabilities are still unproven. I dont have to be aggressive to be fast. The only area of mild concern? If you want to read those, you don't have to pay, they are free to subscribers and non-subscribers alike. Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM After the Flag: the daily round-up will return in February for the three-day test in Thailand on the 16th, 17th and 18th, and again at the beginning of March for the final Official MotoGP test on the 1st, 2ndand 3rd. Few athletes that have recently celebrated a 25th birthday can sit back and reflect on as decorated a career as that of Marc Marquez, reigning MotoGP World Champion and the sports leading name. Matt Birt and Steve Day do MotoGP. Ah, She reached the paddock of the World Cup in 2015 Time flies doesnt it! He won Malaysia 's Superbike championship in 1991. Neil will be contributing a review of the goings on in the Moto2 and Moto3 paddocks this season. **WATCH US NOW ON YOUTUBE - Subscribe so you don't miss any action! Before Qatar I did 15 laps on the new bike before crashing, he said on Sunday. Anyonein the field (be it motorcycle racing or any other scheduled activity changing locations frequently this year) is risking their health (and life) and that of the people around them to do what they do. If you're stuck for a Christmas present this year ask a lovedone for some perspective;if Covid taught me anything (seven foreign trips cancelled including 3 GPs) it was to expect 'nowt. We had a really difficult time, he admitted after finishing third in the European GP. About this episode:Moto3* The punishment isn't fair, but required! Such a warm, constructive, upbeat piece ofanalysis. Cheers! (Maybe I missed the snark but I don't think so), https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9EBhaULToU. It was making a mistake and that having a snowball effect on the whole weekend. Neil works for just about every motorcycle publication on the planet and even collaborates with Manuel Pecino at times on Pecino GP. 2023 Dorna Sports SL. Building a big awning off the front of the shop for more space, ran a skillsaw through me hand. (After) I just kind of had a reset. His signature appears on chronicles and articles all over the most important websites in the Transalpine country, like Moto.it and the bible of sports in Italy: La Gazzetta Dello Sport. That is one reason why the article is free, rather than for subscribers only (despite the fact that I pay Neil for the content). I cannot really explain it at the moment. This is part of a regular series of unique insights into the world of motorcycle racing, exclusive for MotoMatters.com site supporters. Both will be pinning hopes on next months two-day outing at Portimao being the scene of a last-minute turnaround. I put a plastic shower cap over the fire alarm, and wind tunnel fan the kitchen. Everyone used to talk about aliens. Hopefully they give Toby Moody a call. Join Steve, Neil and Simon as they discuss the major talking points from the #SepangTest! We are physically present at the places and events we write about. Europe Moto2 & Moto3 Review - Neil Morrison On Arenas' Temper I came away from that really confident. I just didnt have a good feeling with the front. About this episode:What is going on with Petronas?Valentino Rossi left and Petronas meltsDarryn Binder and ???? 2023 Sepang MotoGP Test Report - Cycle News A championship challenger had just seen his victory chances evaporate through no fault of his own. I feel if anything it is a little short and light, and not as in depth as the moto gp articles, but hey, better than nothing. **WATCH US NOW ON YOUTUBE - Subscribe so you don't miss any action! Fernandez was wide at T11 on the last lap & wasn't penalised when it was determined (by checking data) Augusto hadn't gained adv on the green. Neil Morrison on Twitter Now 58 points back of the title leader, Lthis dream of adding the intermediate title to his 125cc crown will have to wait until 2021. I felt really good and could work on (what had happened in) the race the day before. A slow, innocuous testing fall at Jerez in early February ruptured tendons in his right shoulder, chipped the top of his humerus bone and deprived him of his entire preseason testing programme. Bezzecchi is showing himself to have the requisite mental fortitude to bounce back from real lows in fantastic fashion. The 23-year old inexplicably started passing the riders in the fight for the second, including a ludicrous lunge on title rival Ai Ogura at the final turn enough for Race Direction to show him the black flag. Paste this code to embed an HTML5 audio player with controls. The Japanese teenage sensation finished no lower than fourth in the first eight races, including six podiums. Mooney VR46 set to reveal their 2023 look on Monday, essential guide to the technology of MotoGP bikes, MotoGP Technology, https://www.charitynavigator.org/discover-charities/where-to-give/earthquakes-turkey-syria/, https://cof.org/news/philanthropys-response-turkey-and-syria-earthquake, https://www.unicef.org/emergencies/Syria-Turkiye-earthquake. As both riders fitted new tires and pushed for a headline lap time, Quartararo was dismayed a sizeable improvement wasnt forthcoming. '. Portugal will be fantastic! By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. I'm simply asking that a service, that I'm paying for, be delivered faster than paper copy I used to get 25 years ago. Lowes now appears less excitable and smoother on track. I tried to learn from everything that happened in the past and work from a strong base.. Of the established names struggling in Moto2, the case of Thomas Luthi is the most curious. An Italian Moto2 kid or Lorenzo is about to be announced as the 2nd Aprilia rider, rather hoping for the latter. The bigger profile has a larger contact patch and, in theory, should allow riders to brake in a more aggressive fashion. Aside from leading 24 of the 25 laps, Bez held on to his lead late on despite a transmission issue that caused him to speak to his bike. Then I think the last few races I probably dialled it back a bit because of the injury to the hand in Misano. 2021 world champ Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha) was a worrying 17th at the end of day three, while Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda) wore a face of resignation across the three days. In the last three or four races I was mentally something strange. For more information, please see our "Admits Ducati copied Yamaha for the device. About this episode:MM93 Data used from Barcelona test used correctly - team worked long and hard to get it right for this resultYAMAHA have had obvious problems in Germany as no one qualified wellFQ20 shows how good he is at developing his riding skillsKTM - MO88 'the new Dovi' . BB33 "Hold my beer" from 13th to 4thDUCATI - was it a good or bad weekend for them in Germany?SUZUKI- the bag has been deflated - is it the riders or the bike?What is going on in PETRONAS?? Interview With Neil Morrison - YouTube 7:09 AM - 17 Apr 2021 41 Retweets 250 Likes 35 replies 41 retweets 250 likes conor mclarnon But Im definitely not crashing as much.. Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM thepecinoreport andrathepecinoreport qickdraw73 Manuel is everywhere https://pecinogp.com/ **SUBSCRIBE, like, rate and share! What a raceWhat has happened to Jack MillerPecco - rider of the dayBRAD BINDERMir's strategy for the seasonDarryn Binder! It was just deserts for a rider that has recently done good in his community. This season has been insanely intense for everyone involved, and everyone I know is hanging on by the skin of their teeth. Again, as stated, I love the work done by all MM contributors. Hey Motoshrink, the season has gone well for me but you needn't ship anything physically to me. The raised expectations after his strong showing in Qatar had weighed him down at Jerez, he admitted. About this episode:Valentino's retirement announcementRaul - Manuel tells us what really went downProbable change to the racing scheduleRed Bull Ring - is the track unsafe? You guys act like I'm asking for something extraordinary or unreasonable. Only Agostini, Rossi, Angel Nieto and Hailwood would lie ahead. By Neil Morrison | motomatters.com After a dramatic finale in Valencia, we look at the big winners and losers from the final race and indeed the 2021 season as a whole. Gardner didnt have anything for Bezzecchi or Martin here. Those were a concerning few weeks for Ai Ogura. His excellent end to 2019, during which he scored four straight podiums in four races, coupled with his fine preseason suggested he should be a key player in the title race. In 1995, along with Alan Cathcart, Neil persuaded SBK to run the European Supermono series, at the time this was the only race series to encourage prototype . If youre a sportsman its not good if you dont also train your brain. with the last race not long ago and testing done - the bikes should have the best possible set up.. WHO will be the fastest? It is physically and mentally draining, and everyone I know is short many, many hours of sleep. Hes also incredibly funny in a laid back sort of way. About this episode:* 2021 season wrap up* Jerez Test* MotoGP Rookie performance at the test* Marc Marquez* Jorge Martin's surgery(TELL US YOUR TOP 3 HIGHLIGHTS FROM SEASON 2021 AND HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO BE ON THE NEXT EPISODE WITH THE TEAM)**WATCH US NOW ON YOUTUBE - Subscribe so you don't miss any action! * Izan Guevara - from good Majorca breedingMoto2* Raul vs RemyMotoGP* Marc Marquez - has he accepted his injury and adaptedand how he executed the perfect race* The Jack Miller and Joan Mir magnet* Did we just see the last race in Texas?Misano! As were witnessing in MotoGP with Michelins new rear construction, the characteristics of the rubber require riders to change set-up and riding style. Neil Morrison (@NeilMorrison87) / Twitter Or countrymen Jorge Lorenzo and Dani Pedrosa, who have won 25% and 15% of their premier class races respectively, and whose podium percentages stand at 63 and 56. His tears on pit wall after being taken out at the first turn of the Spanish Grand Prix were compounded by a mechanical failure a week later. It might be a little later, but it is a new addition to the services on this site, still informative timing wise and adds quality content. But he was back to square one at Brno. But the team pushed me to come back to here. There weren't any passes but it was a tense duel to the checkers. * The Petronas Lifeline* Fabio's headset and maturity!This was one amazing episode that we really enjoyed recording and through Manuel's insight we have developeda huge respect for Fabio and how far he has come. Mooney VR46 set to reveal their 2023 look on Monday, essential guide to the technology of MotoGP bikes, MotoGP Technology, https://www.charitynavigator.org/discover-charities/where-to-give/earthquakes-turkey-syria/, https://cof.org/news/philanthropys-response-turkey-and-syria-earthquake, https://www.unicef.org/emergencies/Syria-Turkiye-earthquake. See my answer above. Filing a race report 5 days after the race (1 day before they're on track again) is unacceptable to a paying customer. This is a Moto2/3 supplement provided by Neil Morrison. Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM thepecinoreport andrathepecinoreport qickdraw73 Manuel is everywhere https://pecinogp.com/ **SUBSCRIBE, like, rate and share! We can be confident that the set-up direction is the right one. Here it doesnt matter where in the world you are or where you are from. If the thing is trying to close or send me down the road I just dont feel great. We are here to give answers, not to ask questions or follow rumours. What's cooking over there? Marquez has won 35 times, or 38% of the 90 races he has started. It was making me crazy! I could not adjust to this very well. In Qatar I did ten laps with no info to give to the guys because my shoulder was bad. (Here) They put the bike exactly the same as Qatar. The cooling is much better. Graciousness and patience are much better attitudes to try to articulate and cultivate. Neil Morrison's Profile | Freelance Journalist | Muck Rack Subscribers make that possible. Phrases like It is said, There are rumours about or It seems that are prohibited on this platform. **WATCH US NOW ON YOUTUBE - Subscribe so you don't miss any action! I remember that day, I was riding with the KTM test team. Here he finished 19th dropping him to ninth in the championship, a whopping 112 points off the top. and MotoMatters.com is not associated with it. MotoGP - Join Steve, Neil and Simon as they discuss the | Facebook If I dont see the lap time, I feel Im riding in 58 low. In many race weekends its felt like weve found a set-up, I felt better and could push to the limit, but the others were faster. While fortunate the suspension of racing gave him added time to recover, there has been nothing lucky about performances since. Already the sixth most winning rider in history, the ever-smiling Spaniards nervy third place at Valencia last November carried him toward a sixth world title his fourth in the premier class and an unprecedented feat for a rider competing at his age. Build a beautiful podcast website in 5 minutes. In that lap I saw 1.3 seconds on the pit board and said, No, please, not now! I started to speak to the bike to calm her down. Quite a few others didnt. Benefiting from a setup used here by Lorenzo Dalla Porta in the previous two years, Foggia was consistent in practice, qualified well (fifth) and wasnt headed after lap six. This is part of a regular series of unique insights into the world of motorcycle racing, exclusive for MotoMatters.com site supporters. From being on course to take control of the Moto2 championship with two laps remaining in the Aragon GP, to somehow leaving both weekends with no points was, as the 21-year old put it, a disaster.. Otherwise, Ducati are miles ahead of where they found themselves this time a year ago. Intent on a celebratory bit sent your way, important for me that bets are honored. (why it most likely would be an Italian rider)Dorna and their income **WATCH US NOW ON YOUTUBE - Subscribe so you don't miss any action! Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM thepecinoreport andrathepecinoreport qickdraw73 Manuel is everywhere https://pecinogp.com/ Email:[emailprotected] **SUBSCRIBE, like, rate and share! Factory riders Bagnaia and Enea Bastianini, as well as Pramacs Jorge Martin and Johann Zarco, were relieved to find the GP23 is a small evolution on last years model. I quite like the timing of Niel Morrison's Moto2/3 reviews - it spans the week nicely, especially if there's an 'off' weekend (rare this year). The big unknown of the three days was KTM. Marc's bike is going to move around under him visibly less. According to Bagnaia, it was the handling, the 23 bike is more aggressive and more nervous. Plus Casey stoner. He has also collaborated in the communication of Michelin and currently publishes regularly in the prestigious L'Equipe. Mixed vegetables, garlic bread, and Revolver/Rubber Soul sing along. The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. Moto 2 & Moto 3 with NEIL MORRISON - The Pecino Report - YouTube Im just suffering mid-corner, with corner speed, and getting the thing off the corner.. The rider pipeline in particular. Copyright 2023 CycleNews. That made his victory in the European Grand Prix his first clear win in Moto2 all the more sweeter. You can find out more about subscribing to MotoMatters.com here. If you are already a subscriber, log in to read the full text. If HRC were looking backward for solutions, it suggested there may still be some confusion at how to get ahead. You do exactly that, Mr. Emmett, and I imagine anyone reading this site would agree. He is probably one of todays most important Italian journalist in the World Championship. Point taken and conceded on my side as well. That should have been the end of his morning. About this episode:The team chat with MotoGP commentator Neil Morrison and discuss the ins and outs of Moto2 and Moto3**WATCH US NOW ON YOUTUBE - Subscribe s. I dont know! From Sunday 28th January until Tuesday 30th, the show will be broadcast live each day at 12:30 CET / 11:30 GMT, in addition to the extensive video coverage provided throughout the test alongside Live Timing. Minor tweaks for Maverick and Aleix mean the RS-GP for 2023 is well on track. Privacy Policy. But I was slow so there was something wrong!, One factor was the colder weather in recent weeks. what lottery has the best odds in ontario; dora dolphin birthday; shooting rest for hunting; cool military callsigns; A series of fortunate events July 20, 2020. All that early season optimism that came off Joe Roberts performances in Qatar was gone. Why was the moto 2 grid size cut by Dorna for this season? This is one of the great resources on the internet and your take away is "WAAAAAAAAH, I WANT IT NOW!"??? Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM A pair of fourth places at Jerez was a solid foundation to build on. There were some puzzling aspects of Hondas approach here. I had in my career many tyre changes. Fortunately, our community is as global as the passion we share for motorcycles. As he explained on Sunday, a test at Aragon after last years Grand Prix was crucial in finding a base setting that now works everywhere. You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Neil Morrison has hosted three Episodes. Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM thepecinoreport andrathepecinoreport qickdraw73 Manuel is everywhere https://pecinogp.com/ **SUBSCRIBE, like, rate and share! Find us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM thepecinoreport andrathepecinoreport qickdraw73 Manuel is everywhere https://pecinogp.com/ **SUBSCRIBE, like, rate and share! Cookie Notice I still hope he can keep the form he's showing now, he has too much experience and too good of a team behind him to do otherwise. Learning from its mistakes of 2022, Ducati engineers opted against radical changes to a bike that ended its 15-year wait for the MotoGP title. In reply to Never ever give up! I couldn't do anything else. 'Possible Vinales/Rins swap?The story behind Aramco and VR46!! When asked how he has achieved this consistency of late, the Australian was typically up front: Im taking it more step-by-step and not just going out and trying to smash everything all the time, he said.