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Joan Mir’s Dilemma: Sticking with Honda Amid Uncertain Future for Takaaki Nakagami
Joan Mir "lacks a superior alternative" | Will Honda drop Takaaki Nakagami?
"That's just the reality. It's the gamble you accept when you join Honda."
Joan Mir has been informed that despite Honda's poor performance, it remains his most promising option for continuing his MotoGP career.
Mir is anticipated to continue his stint with Repsol Honda, as he is set to sign a new agreement for the upcoming season and future years.
He has previously expressed dissatisfaction and has even spoken openly about the possibility of retiring since making the switch from Suzuki to Honda in 2023.
According to Neil Hodgson from TNT Sports, the truth is that he doesn't have a more favorable alternative.
"That's the reality of the situation. When you agree to a deal with Honda, you're accepting that risk."
"Over the last four or five years, we've observed that it hinders career progress."
Luca Marini, his new teammate, has committed to a lengthy contract, but his debut year as a factory rider has been disastrous.
Marini has consistently found himself trailing behind the other competitors.
Despite several accidents last year, Mir has managed to stay on his bike more frequently this season, yet he still struggles to get the best performance out of it.
Possible Extension for Takaaki Nakagami?
In other news, Johann Zarco has secured his spot with LCR Honda for the upcoming year, but his teammate Takaaki Nakagami has yet to finalize a contract.
Honda is said to desire maintaining a Japanese rider on their team, but Moto2's Ai Ogura is emerging as a potential replacement, putting Nakagami's position at risk.
Last year, Ogura was considered unprepared, but this season, he has shown much more confident performances.
However, Hodgson is skeptical that Ogura is ready to advance to MotoGP at this time.
"He was very firm," Hodgson stated at Assen. "I insisted, but he told me, 'I won't go unless I clinch the Moto2 championship.'"
Sylvain Guintoli commented, “Eventually, he will get the opportunity to ride. It’s more advantageous to remain in Moto2 and secure the championship title.”
Hodgson commented, "I suppose he anticipates that by holding off for another year, there's a possibility the bike might get better."
Guintoli: “It could take a few years for the rules to be updated. However, that’s quite a lengthy period.”
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