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LCR Honda vs Repsol Honda tug-of-war over Johann Zarco?
The veteran rider, currently of Pramac Ducati, has signed a deal with LCR Honda for the 2024 MotoGP season, replacing Alex Rins who left to join Yamaha. However, Marc Marquez recently announced his departure from Repsol Honda after 11 years and is expected to join Gresini Ducati. This has left Honda’s factory team searching for a late replacement to partner with Joan Mir, with Miguel Oliveira being their top choice, but he is under contract with Aprilia. Reports suggested that Zarco could be automatically moved to Repsol Honda instead of LCR, but LCR owner Cecchinello dismissed this claim, stating that Zarco has signed contracts with HRC and LCR and will ride with their team. If LCR can uphold their position, Honda might have to consider Iker Lecuona, who has already filled in for Marquez and Rins this season and represents the manufacturer in World Superbike.
Source: Crash
