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Joan Mir called his Motegi podium a “special moment” but says Mandalika is “important” to show Honda can keep fighting at the front.
After ending a nearly four-year podium drought in MotoGP with his first Honda podium in Japan last Sunday, Joan Mir is excited to test the RCV’s potential this weekend in Mandalika. Despite some promising performances in the past, Mir struggled to maintain momentum but remains optimistic about Honda’s progress. The 2020 world champion for Suzuki, Mir is pleased with the recent results that indicate their ability to compete at a high level. The upcoming race in Mandalika will be crucial for assessing their competitiveness on a different track. Despite past challenges and track preferences, Mir is hopeful about Honda’s improved performance and eager for the upcoming race weekend.
