After four years with Ducati, Zarco and LCR Honda came to an agree𒉰ment on a two-year deal during the Austrian MotoGP. 

Zarco’s name, prior to leaving Ducati, had popped up in the WorldSBK paddock as the Italian manufacturer and Yamaha had been linked with theღ French rider.

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But Zarco’s intention has always been 🅘to remain in MotoGP as long as he’s competitive, which is why a switch to Superbikes was never on the cards.

In terms of his future, Zarco decided to leave Ducati who undoubtedly have the strongest package on the grid for Honda, who has t❀he worst.

A puzꦇzling decision from Zarco who could have stayed at Pramac and been aboard full factory machinery again in 2024, however, it’s one that has turned into being a huge coup for Honda, who still have the likes of Marc Marquez and Joan Mir in their line-up for 2024. 

For𒁃 Honda to turn their current woes around, having someone like Zarco could be a big benefit given his experience and development prowess.

, saying: "Ducati wanted me in the Superbike World Championship in the future, but as long as I'm competitive in MotoGP, I don't like this idea."