Somkiat Chantra to Replace Joan Mir at Honda for Japanese MotoGP
Somkiat Chantra will make a MotoGP return as a stand-in rider for the injured Joan Mir at the upcoming Japanese Grand Prix.
Joan Mir is set to miss the next two MotoGP races—the Japanese and Indonesian Grands Prix—due to injury.
In response, factory Honda has confirmed Somkiat Chantra as Mir’s replacement for the Japanese round.
Chantra’s participation is currently limited to the Japanese GP, as the Indonesian race at Mandalika clashes with other commitments.
This opportunity marks a significant return for Chantra to the premier class, stepping in for one of Honda’s key riders.
Further updates on Chantra’s involvement in subsequent rounds have yet to be announced.
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