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Luca Marini warns that the “level has increased so much” in MotoGP this season, expects Jerez to provide a “better signal” of Honda’s position.
Luca Marini enters the Spanish MotoGP weekend as the leading Honda rider in the championship standings, ranked tenth overall despite a strong showing at COTA. His impressive performance saw him secure Honda’s best result with a fifth place in the Sprint and a ninth place finish in the grand prix after overtaking Francesco Bagnaia on the final lap. With the competitiveness of the top eight bikes this season, Marini acknowledged the challenge and expressed the need to improve their package for better results. He is focused on making progress and is eager to see how Honda performs at Jerez this weekend for a more accurate assessment. Meanwhile, team-mate Joan Mir is determined to put an end to his five-race non-scoring streak, looking forward to showcasing his competitive spirit and extracting the most from the bike in the upcoming races and Monday test.
