MotoGP rookie Diogo Moreira has been tipped as a top talent for the future as he steps up with LCR Honda in 2026.
The Brazilian rider secured the biggest points margin in Moto2 history to secure the 2025 title over Manuel Gonzalez. LCRSigning a three-year direct contract with Honda.
Marc Marquez recommended Moreira. More than the MotoGP team choice. The Spaniard has won six of his seven premier class titles with Honda and is the perfect man to take advice from for his 2026 journey.
The 21-year-old has huge potential and has caught the eye of many in the MotoGP paddock. Among them is LCR Johann ZarkoAdmired for his efforts outside the premier class.
Johan Zarco says Diogo Moreira has ‘table skills’ like Marc Marquez.
Moreira He is often seen on supermoto bikes outside of his MotoGP career. The Márquez brothers are also involved in these off-track activities, and Zarco likens his team-mate to the Cervera Ant after seeing footage of the race.
“Obviously I’m meeting him, but seeing how he rides and what he can do…” he told the Paddock GP. “I’ve been hearing for a long time that he is very strong in these categories, even in Supermoto.
“I watch some videos, I think he’s the only one competing. Mark Marquez In these areas. Because Marc Marquez was clearly a cut above compared to other road racers. He can ride in any category, he will be good. That makes a big, big difference.
I think Diogo has the same ability. He doesn’t have the speed of Marc Marquez, or at least he hasn’t shown it like Marc.
“But in all respects, I think he has the same ability. I have never seen another rider with these qualities.”
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Diogo Moreira is seeking advice from Marc Marquez in 2026.
Naturally, Moreira needs time to adapt to the premier class. His appearance at the Valencia test at the end of 2025 was his first time riding a MotoGP bike.
Moreira asked Marquez for advice During the title celebrations, he said ‘I’m missing something’ on the RC213V. He will have good references in 2026, but things will start slowly for the Brazilian.
Moreira was P19 on day three of the Sepang test.more than two seconds off the pace of Alex Marquez at the front. It’s early days, but it’s clear the LCR rider is taking time to get used to the bike and his new surroundings.
even if, Jorge Lorenzo thinks Moreira is better than Toprak Razgatlioglu Out of the MotoGP starters. His past experience in Moto2 will benefit him more than the WSBK star.
