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Honda’s Tobikaru Tsukamoto reveals how 2024 “rock bottom” and fast changing “chaos” contributed to a long-awaited MotoGP victory at Le Mans.
Honda celebrated a long-awaited MotoGP victory as Johann Zarco triumphed in the chaotic French Grand Prix, marking their first win since Marc Marquez left and showcasing the success of their overhaul after a challenging 2024 season.
Tobikaru Tsukamoto, Honda’s head of motorcycle development and racing, admitted 2024 was their rock bottom, prompting a complete reset with multiple engine and frame changes to usher in a new era.
Zarco’s strategic mastery in mixed conditions secured the win, with Honda’s steady improvement reflected in their rise to second in the constructors’ standings this season.
While acknowledging the mental toughness required during setbacks, Tsukamoto emphasized the necessity of last season’s groundwork in achieving their current success.
Honda’s focus now shifts to fine-tuning the RC213V’s performance, aiming for incremental improvements in various elements to edge closer to perfection in a highly competitive MotoGP field.
