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Why MotoGP’s newest podium finisher is now best placed to replace Marquez at Honda
Just one month before the end of the 2023 season, the Repsol Honda team is the only one on the MotoGP grid that hasn’t finalized its rider lineup for next year. This is due to Marc Marquez deciding to leave a year early and join Gresini Ducati in 2024. Honda began discreetly looking for a replacement, but the agreement is only for one year as they want to have their options open for the 2025 market. Honda’s first choice was Miguel Oliveira, but talks are at a deadlock and alternatives are limited. The most viable option at the moment seems to be Fabio Di Giannantonio, who has shown improved performance recently and may be joining the official Honda team.
Source: motorsport
