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Xavi Vierge out of Honda but committed to WorldSBK: “I’ve made my decision”
Xavi Vierge is expected to announce his future plans “in the coming days” and it looks like he will remain in WorldSBK for the 2026 season. Honda has released the Spanish rider for the next season, with Jake Dixon and Somkiat Chantra set to join their factory team. Vierge has been with HRC throughout his World Superbike career, making the upcoming season a new experience for him. In an interview with WorldSBK.com before the Aragon Round, Vierge confirmed his commitment to the production series for 2026. He expressed gratitude towards Honda for the four years he spent with them, acknowledging the challenges they faced and the decision to part ways. Despite the difficulties, Vierge believes they are making progress and aims to finish the current season with strong results.
