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Mir: Honda has same MotoGP problems as last year “but faster”
The 2020 world champion faced engine issues at the beginning of the sprint race on Saturday but managed to finish as the top Honda rider in 15th place. Despite significant upgrades to their motorcycle, Honda has not made substantial progress on the track, with no Honda rider close to scoring points. Joan Mir, addressing the issues with the RC213V, mentioned that they are experiencing the same problems as before, just at a faster pace, especially highlighting difficulties with front-end confidence. Both Mir and his teammate Luca Marini struggled with bike handling during the race, citing issues with turning and braking that impacted their performance. Marini, making his debut with the Repsol Honda Team, expressed frustration at the bike’s lack of turning ability and the subsequent excessive tire wear affecting his pace. Despite challenges, Marini remains optimistic, viewing the competitiveness of the field as an opportunity for improvement and a chance to fight for better positions with strategic adjustments and progress.
