P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Aleix Espargaro will not be able to replace Somkiat Chantra at LCR Honda this weekend.
Aleix Espargaro has been deemed unfit to replace Somkiat Chantra at the Hungarian MotoGP due to bicycling injuries, including a broken hand and a affected L3 vertebra. Despite recovering from his initial injury, the Spaniard experienced severe back pain before the Hungarian race, prompting further medical examinations in Barcelona. As a result, Somkiat Chantra will not be replaced this weekend, leaving Johann Zarco as the sole Honda rider. The IDEMITSU Honda LCR team expressed gratitude to Aleix for his help and wished him a speedy recovery. Meanwhile, Aleix’s younger brother, Pol, will step in as a substitute for Maverick Vinales at Tech3 KTM for the upcoming race.
