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Marini urges patience at Honda as new MotoGP season approaches
Honda is aiming to end a two-year winless streak and secure its first championship title since 2019. Despite improvements in its 2024 RC213 model, Honda is still struggling to match the performance of its competitors as the new season approaches. Rider Luca Marini expressed satisfaction with the team’s progress but acknowledged the significant gap to the front-runners, particularly in handling new tires. Marini anticipated tough competition from rival teams based on their impressive lap times during pre-season testing, emphasizing the need for patience and continuous development from Honda. Honda benefits from concession rules allowing free testing and engine upgrades throughout the season, with rear grip identified as a key challenge affecting braking and overall performance. Marini highlighted the importance of improving rear grip to enhance braking stability and cornering speed, essential for competitiveness in races.
