This Catalan Grand Prix promised to be just as hectic behind the scenes as on the track. It was initially from Honda that the greatest agitation was expected. On the menu, contracts to be renewed, or not, Crutchlow and Miller, the possible second bike at LCR and, incidentally, the future line-up of Marc VDS Racing. Livio Suppo touched half a word on speedweek. Speaking especially of Nakagami…
The HRC man Livio Suppo, Racing Consultant is as prudent as a Sioux, but as a good, knowledgeable Indian who is worth two, he knows how to communicate by signs. Regarding the next Honda workforce for 2018, he was not offended by the idea that the RC213V clan could include one more member. It would therefore increase to six instead of five. And it is logically Lucio Cecchinello who would benefit from it.
With whom ? With current rider Idemitsu in Moto2. An eminently political choice: “ Nakagami is quite good in Moto2. And we don't have any Japanese riders in MotoGP. So yes, it could be an option. Choosing a driver depends on circumstances and results ».
As for Japanese, this is the first imperative that must be looked at. At this stage of the season, Takaaki claims two third places won in Qatar and Austin, but also two retirements in Argentina and Italy. Otherwise he finished 21rd in Spain, 7rd in France and 11rd in Catalonia. He is still seventh overall with 46 points, which is much less impressive than the leader's 123 points. Morbidely.
The case of the latter is also debated. But he's not Japanese...
