Diogo Moreira can keep his seat at LCR Honda in 2027, but Lucio Cecchinello has not declared that he will not be a factory seat next season.
The Brazilian is in a comfortable position. MotoGP rider market For the 2027 season. Moreira has a three-year contract. After signing with LCR In the year in 2026, which will ensure a spot on the grid until at least 2028.
What is interesting about the agreement is that it is directly related to HRC. This led to speculation. Moreira He can join the factory. Honda team in 2027 with a satellite team a year later.
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The startup is making great strides in its development in the premier segment. Moreira has been seeking advice from Marc MarquezHe is proving to be a key role model.
Scoring points in MotoGP for the first time in Thailand in P13, Moreira is definitely moving in the right direction. His contract opens the door to the movement of the factory, and the head of LCRR did not rule this out.
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Lucio Cecchinello says the plan is to keep Diogo Moreira at LCR, but Honda has the final say
Honda has signed Fabio Quattro for 2027So leave it open as to who will team up with HRC next season.
It is reported that Luca Marini is set to stay at Honda.But it has since attracted Yamaha’s interest. With Joan Mir’s future also uncertain, Moreira suddenly appeared as a prime candidate for the factory act.
However, LCR boss Cecchinello The plan is for the Brazilian to stay with the satellite team until 2027, but as he pointed out. Speed ​​weekThe final decision will come down to Honda.
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“Diogo Moreira has a two-year contract with HRC with an option for a third season.” “This means that it is tied to HRC. HRC has assigned him to my team for the 2026 season. So the reality is: yes, the plan is to continue with him in 2027, but the final decision is on HRC.
Asked if this could mean a factory Honda seat for Moreira, Moreira said: “In theory yes, in reality we work closely with HRC, as I was told at the last minute and then I have to panic and look for a replacement.”
“This is a premeditated decision. And if something like this happens, HRC will definitely need another driver.”
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