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Thought there was an obvious solution to Honda’s Marc Marquez-sized vacancy for 2024? Think again. Our writers have their say on the latest MotoGP rider market curveball, with confirmed reports of Honda making one approach and suggestions of another
Honda’s response to Marc Marquez’s exit from MotoGP may not be what everyone was expecting, as they have approached Miguel Oliveira and Maverick Vinales as potential replacements for Zarco. This move could be seen as a way for Honda to safeguard their MotoGP assets now that Marquez is leaving. Yamaha, who lost their satellite partner Tech3 to KTM, is also on the hunt for a new satellite team, with KTM reportedly showing interest in Lucio Cecchinello’s LCR operation. Cecchinello, however, is not keen on withdrawing Zarco from LCR, as he believes Zarco is key to the team’s success. The alternatives for Cecchinello, such as Di Giannantonio or Lecuona, are credible options but not on the same level as Zarco. Honda should make a real effort to preserve LCR’s prospects for 2024 and show support for Cecchinello’s success.
Source: The Race
