Honda celebrated a significant victory at the rainy French Grand Prix with Johann Zarco winning their first MotoGP race since 2023. Zarco’s success continued with a second-place finish at Silverstone, despite drier conditions, leading fans and media to believe in a turnaround for Honda.
However, disappointment struck when Zarco struggled in the sprint race at Aragon and found himself at the back of the grid. The rider expressed frustration with his performance and the team’s efforts to improve the bike’s pace, facing challenges in qualifying and the race.
Zarco acknowledged his struggles with bike handling, mentioning difficulties in turning and maintaining grip, leading to a frustrating lack of understanding of the underlying issues hampering his performance on the track. Honda’s Joan Mir also faced challenges during the Aragon Grand Prix, experiencing a crash due to an incident with Jack Miller and continuing to struggle with front-end comfort.
The Honda riders’ difficulties at Aragon highlighted their midpack struggles, a stark contrast to their earlier success, emphasizing the volatile nature of MotoGP and the need for consistent performance throughout the season.
