Marc Marquez’s last service at Honda…alongside Verstappen!

Although it has already climbed, Ducati GP23 It will happen in 2024, Marc Márquez was seen one last time in Repsol Honda colors. And he did it with the best company possible. The eight-time world champion was one of the attractions of the tournament. Honda Racing THANKS DAY 2023was celebrated this Sunday in Motegi. Max Verstappen, Joan Mir, Takaaki Nakagami

This annual event is always essential for the Golden Wings brand as it allows fans to see their idols having fun up close after their respective seasons conclude. Last year, for example, a man from Cervera showed him his Honda and the tricks he used to get the most out of it.

In fact, this year Marquez, hoping to turn the tables, asked the Dutchman to explain the details of the RB17 that won him his first title in a hard-fought battle with Lewis Hamilton. ”“Last year I explained about the buttons on my bike, etc., but this time I would like to learn more about your car.”Marc said to Verstappen with a smile. Already a three-time F1 champion, he accepted and left a great document for motorsport fans.

Marquez, who is about to turn 31 and embarking on a new adventure, also wanted to give a farewell message and express his aspirations to return someday: “Honda will always be in my heart. I would love to come back here as a Honda rider someday.”

Farewell without stepping on the accelerator

Marquez’s walk-off from Honda in the final GP of the season in Valencia was anything but pleasant. Martin made a mistake that put the Catalan ahead of him and destroyed his chances of finishing the final race with the Japanese. It is worth remembering that Marquez underwent surgery after the test in Valencia, so he was also unable to take part in the on-track exhibition this time. As the Spaniards announced, The second half of the season was complicated because I had compartment syndrome. on his right arm.therefore He used his vacation to undergo surgery.. Logically speaking, now was not the time to take risks at Motegi.

who wore overalls Joan Mir will lead a new effort to revitalize Repsol Honda from 2024. The Spaniard suffered an ordeal in 2023 with countless falls, but he wants to make amends and show that he is not an accidental world champion.

Checo Perez, Daniel Ricciardo, Yuki Tsunoda, Takaaki Nakagami They also exchanged the last words with Marquez before his permanent move to Ducati and had a good time with the Japanese fans who came to the circuit just to see them up close.

So Marc Marquez’s last service at Honda was a fond memory full of laughter and great company. Currently, he is 100% focused on getting back to the top with another brand. Eleven seasons in Repsol Honda colors are now part of the past.