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Honda: "Reasonable" to expect summer break form boost in MotoGP 2024
The Japanese manufacturer, Honda, has been overhauling its MotoGP operations from top to bottom due to declining results and the departure of star rider Marc Marquez. Despite optimism and changes to its philosophy and culture, Honda faced challenges in the Qatar and Portugal races, struggling in both qualifying and race performance. Honda team manager, Alberto Puig, acknowledged the team’s position in the pecking order but vowed to work tirelessly towards a recovery to the front of the pack. Honda intends to conduct 22 private tests this year to enhance performance with the goal of making significant progress in the second half of the season, beginning with the British Grand Prix on August 4. Puig remains confident in Honda’s abilities and believes that the team will continue pushing forward until their targets are achieved, aiming for clear improvements in the upcoming races.
