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The latest swing in the fight to replace Marc Marquez at Honda has resulted in 18-year-old Moto2 race-winner Fermin Aldeguer being thrust into the mix. But is the teenager really the right man for Honda for 2024?
Honda is considering multiple options for the replacement of Marc Marquez on the Repsol Honda MotoGP team for 2024. Initially, Johann Zarco was a logical choice, but that was ruled out. Maverick Vinales and Miguel Oliveira were also linked as potential replacements. Fabio Di Giannantonio emerged as a favorite, but now reports suggest 18-year-old Fermin Aldeguer is also in the mix. Some believe it would be a good idea for Honda to invest in a rising star, while others think it would be a needless gamble. Honda needs time and experience to improve its troubled bike, and although it already has signed riders for next year, adding an inexperienced rookie like Aldeguer may hinder rather than help their progress. It is unclear why Honda would choose Aldeguer over Di Giannantonio, who has already proven himself and is familiar with the challenges of riding a modern MotoGP bike. However, if Honda is only looking for a temporary solution until the 2025 rider market opens up, Di Giannantonio seems like the most logical choice. Additionally, there is the possibility of Zarco being moved from LCR to fill the gap, but that option seems unlikely. Overall, the decision Honda makes will greatly impact the team’s future success.
Forrás: The Race
