Johann Zarco enters the 2026 MotoGP season aiming to regain his competitive edge alongside factory Honda riders Joan Mir and Luca Marini. He recognizes that merely emulating their setup won’t be the quick fix. Despite Zarco’s pivotal role in sustaining Honda through tough times in 2024 and 2025, his performance dipped after Honda’s significant mid-2025 update improved the RC213V’s competitiveness. The upcoming season marks a fresh start for Zarco, with increased expectations due to Honda’s desire for LCR to perform better following a lackluster previous season. The stability of the current RC213V, with minimal in-season changes expected, could benefit Zarco as he focuses on fine-tuning his performance. Zarco’s positive progress at the Sepang test indicates a growing comfort level with his Honda, laying a foundation for potential success in the upcoming MotoGP season.
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