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Jonathan Rea will replace the injured Jake Dixon during Honda’s upcoming WorldSBK test at Portimao, where Somkiat Chantra will make a return to action.
The Honda HRC WorldSBK team will return to the track at Portimao on 9-10 March after missing the Phillip Island opener.
Former MotoGP rider Somkiat Chantra will make his comeback at Portimao after recovering from arm injuries, while team-mate Jake Dixon remains sidelined.
Dixon, who missed the Phillip Island race due to a wrist injury, will be replaced by test rider Jonathan Rea at the upcoming Portuguese test.
Both Chantra and Dixon faced setbacks prior to the season, but Dixon’s recovery is progressing well, and Rea will join Chantra in the Honda HRC garage for the test.
The team will continue to provide updates on Dixon’s recovery as they prepare for the second round of the WorldSBK season at Portimao in late March.
