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The person Honda’s riders are counting on to rescue the firm’s MotoGP form was a notable absentee from the snazzy 2025 launch event
With a new livery and Castrol as a title partner, Honda is gearing up for the 2025 MotoGP season, aiming to overcome recent challenges. Despite the promising updates, Honda faced struggles in the 2024 season, lagging behind competitors and even its own satellite team. The team’s focus is now on the arrival of new key figures like Romano Albesiano and Aleix Espargaro, who are expected to steer Honda in the right direction. The riders, Luca Marini and Joan Mir, see Albesiano as a crucial addition, bringing hope for a strategic shift and clearer communication within the team. As Honda embraces new talent and working methods, there is anticipation for a transformative period ahead, although concerns remain about granting Albesiano the freedom needed for success.
