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Two Aprilia MotoGP riders appear to be Honda targets as it seeks a 2024 Marc Marquez replacement. Aprilia boss Massimo Rivola is not impressed
Aprilia MotoGP boss Massimo Rivola expressed his frustration with the lack of respect for signed contracts in the MotoGP paddock. He criticized Repsol Honda for attempting to poach one of his riders for the 2024 season, potentially replacing Marc Marquez. Rivola stated that both Maverick Vinales and Miguel Oliveira have binding contracts with Aprilia, emphasizing the importance of signed MotoGP deals. While Oliveira confirmed Honda’s approach publicly, Rivola insisted that their contracts are serious and binding. However, he acknowledged that MotoGP places less significance on contracts compared to Formula 1, where they regulate the relationship between two parties. Despite his dissatisfaction, Razlan Razali, RNF boss, saw Honda’s interest as a compliment to Aprilia.
Source: The Race
