Overview

• Honda confirmed Marini will stay with the factory team for 2026, extending his tenure to a third season.
• Marini’s 2025 form improved markedly with 72 points and 13th in the standings after 14 rounds, including P5 in Hungary’s main race and P4 in the sprint.
• He missed several races after a Suzuka 8 Hours test crash yet maintained his championship position.
• Marini said he is fully invested in helping the project return to the front, while Taichi Honda praised his professionalism and precise feedback.
• The announcement ends months of speculation involving Pedro Acosta and Jorge Martin and suggests LCR’s Johann Zarco is likely to remain with LCR.