Entering the new campaign with the prestigious status of this year's top rookie, Diogo Moreira holds massive ambitions after officially securing a seat with Honda's factory squad. The Brazilian rider had to wait until the Japanese Grand Prix to receive final confirmation of his future, but he is now fully prepared to embrace his heavy responsibilities in the premier class.
During an exclusive interview with Motorsport.com at Phillip Island, Moreira asserted that excitement heavily outweighs any pressure regarding his upcoming promotion. With the remainder of the current season and another two years locked into his contract, he expressed pure eagerness to discover what it truly means to represent a factory team.
His stellar performances with the LCR squad have certainly vindicated the manufacturer's faith. When asked about his expectations for next season, he admitted his mindset will shift significantly alongside the introduction of an entirely new motorcycle. While acknowledging it remains early to guarantee a title charge, his competitive aspirations remain remarkably high.
Intriguingly, the young talent pointed to encouraging signs derived from private testing data. "Looking at the lap times from the test in Austria, I would say Honda could fight for the world championship next year," he stated. Even so, he maintains a grounded perspective, noting that rival manufacturers have likely kept performance hidden until the crucial shakedown in Malaysia.
Looking ahead to the sweeping regulation changes, Moreira warned that the opening grands prix will dictate the early championship momentum. Drawing parallels to past tire transitions in Moto2, he emphasized the importance of hitting the ground running. Read our in-depth analysis on the latest paddock developments here.
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