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Joan Mir stated that finishing sixth in the French MotoGP Sprint, “shows Honda is now very close to a ‘real podium’ battle.” This result, achieved independently of the incidents ahead, demonstrated Honda’s improved performance and the team’s development under Mire’s leadership.
Race Result and Motivation
Joan Mir, who achieved sixth place in the Le Mans Sprint, emphasized that this result was not simply due to luck, but rather a success achieved entirely on his own pace and with his race strategy. “There wasn’t anything ahead of us; we achieved this result entirely on our own pace.” He also valued the opportunity to compete with his rivals during the race, stating, “It was a very solid sixth place” and expressing his happiness. Mire described the performance as, “I enjoyed fighting with the riders I competed against within the race.”
Past Challenges and Current Situation
Mir, noting that despite having similar tempos in the first half of the season, they had struggled due to the motorcycle exceeding its limits and consequently experiencing frequent crashes, now stated that everything was under control and that this was a significant step towards completing the races. “We used to be in these positions but couldn’t finish the races. Now we’re starting to control things a bit more.”
Traction Issues and Goals
Mir, who pointed out that the Honda RC213V motorcycle still had traction issues, particularly at the exit of corners, forcing him to take more risks to solve the problem, stated, “I still have to take a lot of risks because our traction is very weak.” Mire clarified, “We want to improve this and fight for a real podium. It won’t be a podium where others crash or are lacking.”
Weather Conditions and Luck Factor
The success of Johann Zarco in the rain last year, achieving a historic victory, created a ray of hope for Honda in Le Mans. The possibility of rain on Sunday is seen as a factor that could increase Honda’s competitiveness. Variable weather conditions, especially in rain scenarios, could facilitate Honda’s approach to podium races.
Overall Assessment
Joan Mir’s performance in the Le Mans Sprint indicates that Honda could be one of its strongest racing teams in the 2026 season. Although the Japanese manufacturer has not yet reached the level of competing for victories, Mire’s pace shows that the gap between the RC213V and the front group is beginning to narrow. Honda appears to be gaining the potential to engage in a real podium battle.
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