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Luca Marini believes Honda is making significant progress but sees one area with “great potential” for improvement ahead of the 2026 MotoGP season.
Luca Marini is optimistic about Honda’s progress in MotoGP, believing they have made significant strides leading up to the 2026 season.
Honda achieved their first win since 2023 at Le Mans this year, breaking a long victory drought with Johann Zarco’s success.
Despite a challenging 2024 season, Marini has noted Honda’s consistent improvements, with points finishes in all rounds except Motegi.
However, Marini has identified rear grip as an area of concern for Honda, emphasizing the need for further development in this aspect.
Looking ahead, Marini is confident in the continuous progress of the 2026 Honda bike and aims for consistent competitiveness throughout the upcoming season.
He acknowledges the collective effort to enhance every detail of the bike for improved performance and expresses optimism for challenging for victories in the future races.
