Well, here we are sitting in our new team hospitality after the first free practice here in Jerez. Things have gone pretty good today and I had a good feel with the bike. It was amazing to be out there on the track today with so many people in the stands... and it's only Friday!

Qatar was my first race in the World Championships but it felt starge because there were no trucks, no hospitality tents, and no fans. Here it's a different story, the paddock is completely full of vehicles, and people. And the stands are about half full with people turning up to see the first free practice.

At first it all got to me a bit and during the first few laps I was kind of nervous and tight on the bike but as the session went on I felt more comfortable. I have a pretty good feel with the bike and a good pace. Taday we ended up third but I know qualifying will be tough and very tight tomorrow.

In the afternoon I cruised around the paddock checking out the other rider's motorhomes with my wife. We still haven't made up our mind on one but after today we are going to get a big American style RV for sure.

Now getting ready for dinner with team and sponsors.

Tomorrow is going to be fun...

K-