A select few riders will get the chance to ride their 2027 prototypes on Pirelli rubber for the first time at a test in Brno on Monday, but one rider’s failure to pass the test has left MotoGP researcher Neil Hodgson baffled.
Although the upcoming Brno Test Day will be the fourth test of the current campaign, it is arguably the most anticipated as it will be the first time for the selected riders. Pirelli Tires.
How will Pirelli’s plan affect MotoGP in 2027?
The premier class is moving away for a Michelin-branded tire. The new era of MotoGP in 2027The Italian tire manufacturer has returned to the sport for the first time in nearly 40 years.
With a number of rider moves planned for next year, brands have chosen field riders that most believe will stay with them.
example – Mark Marquez And Fermin Aldeguer It is expected to stay in Ducati Stable, so they are included in the entry list. However, not all factories took the same approach, this is something Neil Hodgson He finds it ‘very strange’.
Neil Hodgson finds it ‘very strange’ that Diogo Moreira is not testing Honda’s 2027 bike at Brno.
Honda They seem to have taken the opposite route from their competitors and opted for factory drivers Luca Marini And Joan Mir to continue the development of their 850cc bike by taking part in Monday’s test.
What is Diogo Moreira’s ceiling in MotoGP?
A very confusing decision, especially considering that they have Diogo Moreira In the stable – currently the only Honda rider signed up to race for them next year.
Season TNT Sports Eligibility coverage by Czech Grand PrixHodgson and teammate Gavin Emmett were left baffled by their decision to bump the Brazilian rider.
The latter began by showing how impressive he has been so far in his rookie campaign. Moreira’s second effort in Q2. After Hodgson delivered an “unrealistic judgement” on his thigh, Emmett replied (10:20 20/06), “He’s a lovely boy, Diogo.”
I sat down with him the Thursday before the weekend. I didn’t have enough time, in fact, I could talk with him all day, he speaks English very well. He is the Moto2 World Champion, and he is becoming very popular this year.
Hodgson continued, “Yes, he is. He’s turned into the fastest Honda rider,” before the commentator added, “And I remind you he’s a World Championship winner on Pirelli tyres.”
“I’m looking forward to next year but he won’t try on Monday. What’s this about?”
“I know, that’s a weird decision,” Hodgson himself concluded.
Marini has long been hailed as Honda’s leading rider when it comes to bike development, but It is expected that the Aprilia brand will join in the relationship with Trackhouse Next year. Official confirmation has yet to come to the ground, Ene Bastianini is expected to join him.
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