Repsol Honda have confirmed the signing of Luca Marini. The 26-year-old joined the premier class in 2021 after claiming six wins and 15 podiums in the Moto2™ World Championship, finishing runner up in 2020. Since joining the premier class, Marini has taken two Grand Prix podiums, two pole positions and four Sprint podiums in 2023. He will join Joan Mir in the Honda factory team on a two-year contract.