P1racenews AI automatic summary:
It’s looking increasingly like Honda’s 2026 MotoGP line-up will go in one of only two directions, as it awaits news on whether reigning world champion Jorge Martin will be able to find a way out of his two-year Aprilia contract
It seems that Honda’s MotoGP line-up for 2026 may go in two directions, depending on whether world champion Jorge Martin can leave his Aprilia contract.
Most of Honda’s current riders are out of contract by the end of 2025, except for Joan Mir, who has a two-year deal until the end of next season.
Johann Zarco, Luca Marini, and Somkiat Chantra are among those with contracts expiring soon, with Zarco likely secure in Honda.
Zarco has been in talks with Honda, possibly already signed, while Martin’s manager openly discusses a move to Honda’s factory team.
However, Honda values Marini’s skills too, so a scenario where both Martin and Marini stay, with Chantra moving down to Moto2, is possible.
Honda is also considering contingency plans in case Martin can’t leave Aprilia, ensuring Marini and Chantra have options to stay.
