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Honda MotoGP factory status not affecting Luca Marini’s VR46 relationship
Honda MotoGP rider Luca Marini is staying with HRC long-term despite his affiliation with the VR46 Academy. Marini debuted in MotoGP with a VR46-run Avintia Ducati team in 2021 before moving to the VR46 squad in 2022. Initially set to continue with VR46, Marini was later chosen as a late replacement for Marc Marquez in Honda’s factory team. Despite initial struggles, Marini showed improvement in bike development and was confirmed for the 2026 season by Honda. Amid speculations about the 2027 rider market, Marini aims to extend his time with HRC without lessening ties with the VR46 Academy, emphasizing his commitment to giving his best every weekend.
