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Honda Team Manager Alberto Puig has reiterated its interest in signing Jorge Martin for the 2026 MotoGP season if he leaves Aprilia.
Honda Team Manager Alberto Puig has shown interest in signing Jorge Martin for the 2026 MotoGP season if he leaves Aprilia.
With uncertainty surrounding Martin’s future at Aprilia, rumors connect him to a factory Honda ride for 2026, despite limited race participation due to injury this season.
Luca Marini, currently on a Honda contract, faces expiration at season-end after injury from Suzuka 8-hour race testing.
Puig clarified that no contract is in place with Martin yet, awaiting his release from Aprilia.
Honda remains open to Martin as an option if he becomes available.
The decision on Martin’s potential acquisition may impact Marini’s seat at Honda for the upcoming season.
Honda is prepared to wait for Martin’s situation to unfold before making a move.
