Johann Zarco's victory at the Suzuka 8 Hours marked a turning point in his career. By winning on a Honda, the Frenchman not only demonstrated his versatility but also opened up new perspectives for his future.
Johann Zarcoa key veteran of MotoGP, seized the unique opportunity offered by Honda
during the 2024 season to realize a dream dear to his heart: to race and triumph at the legendary 8 Hours of Suzuka. Unlike his previous employer
DucatiHonda immediately integrated
Zarco in this prestigious endurance adventure, marking a significant victory for both parties.
The 45th edition of 8 Hours of Suzuka fell during the MotoGP summer break, a period that many riders devote to rest. But for Johann Zarcothis break was the ideal time to embrace a new challenge. Alongside the Superbike stars, Takumi Takahashi et Teppei Nagoehe scored a memorable victory, giving Honda his third consecutive victory after a long period of drought.
Johann Zarco : « the experience at Suzuka this year was extraordinary and very good in all respects«
« LThe experience at Suzuka this year was extraordinary and very good in every respects. We are trying to organize everything so that we can come back next year
“, declared Zarco during the annual ceremony of Honda in Tokyo, thus reaffirming his desire to continue the adventure in 2025.
The Frenchman already seems seduced by the magic of this endurance race. The summer break of 2025 (August 1 to 31) could once again allow such participation, with a team reinforced by drivers like
Taka Nakagami and maybe even
Aleix Espargaró. Honda, with its ambition to create a true “dream team” for this event, is aiming even higher.
However, 2025 could well be the last chance for
Zarco to shine at Suzuka. His contract with
Honda expires at the end of 2025, and 35
ansthe future of his career in MotoGP remains uncertain. But one thing is certain: this victory will remain engraved in the history of the Frenchman and Honda.
The victory of Johann Zarco to
8 Hours of Suzuka was a significant event for the French pilot and for Honda. This experience demonstrated the versatility of Zarco and reinforced the brand image of the winged coat of arms. The French rider could now consider new prospects outside of MotoGP.
