Breaking News: Sensational MotoGP Champion Marc Márquez Parts Ways with Iconic Honda Team!

Marc Márquez, the six-time MotoGP champion, will be parting ways with Honda after 11 years, as confirmed by an announcement from the factory team on Wednesday. This decision puts an end to the weeks of speculation regarding the Spanish rider's future.

"Honda Racing Corporation and Marc Márquez have both agreed to prematurely terminate their four-year contract, which will conclude at the end of the 2023 MotoGP World Championship season," stated HRC in a press release.

"Continuing, it was mutually agreed that both parties would seek alternative paths moving forward, which would better enable them to reach their individual goals and objectives," the statement added.

"The Spaniard still had one year remaining on his contract with the Japanese team."

The 30-year-old is highly anticipated to join his brother, Álex, at the Gresini Ducati team, which is a satellite team. This team provides one of the most accomplished riders in the history of the sport an opportunity to compete at the forefront of the grid once again. Márquez conveyed an emotional message to one of his team members through a social media post, subsequent to Honda's announcement.

Italian rider Marco Bezzecchi from the Mooney VR46 Racing Team skillfully manoeuvres his motorcycle at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida, just outside of New Delhi, during the Indian MotoGP Grand Prix on September 24, 2023. (Photo by Money SHARMA / AFP) (Photo by MONEY SHARMA/AFP via Getty Images)

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"I am uncertain about where to begin. I am unsure whether my actions are right or wrong, and I do not have knowledge about what the future holds. The outcome of all this remains unknown to me. However, what I am certain about is the collective achievements we have accomplished together," the post stated.

"This decision has been the most challenging one I have ever made. It was based on rationality and bravery rather than emotions. My heart will forever belong to you, as you have always supported and will continue to support me. Yet, one thing is clear in my mind. I aspire to reclaim the title of the world's best rider, and to achieve that, I need to rediscover the joy of the sport."

Reports Wednesday suggested Márquez will not be able to take any of his team, including the highly respected crew chief, Santi Hernández, with him when he leaves.

Márquez in action during the MotoGP of Great Britain on August 5.

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The Márquez-Honda partnership has achieved remarkable success in motorcycle racing history, including six premier class World Championships, five Triple Crowns, 59 wins, 101 podiums, and 64 pole positions. Despite this, they faced a difficult 2023 season as the rider grappled with his form after undergoing four arm surgeries due to a severe crash in the 2020 campaign.

The Repsol Honda machine for this year has presented challenges in mastering, as evidenced by Márquez's 14 crashes before the MotoGP summer break. In contrast, Ducati has increased the lead at the front by producing a bike that allows multiple riders to achieve impressive victories.

On Wednesday, Álex Márquez shared a comforting message to his brother on Instagram, stating: "I understand that today has been a difficult day for you, but you possess bravery, and life rewards those who appreciate it. Only a few of us truly comprehend the hardships you've faced since 2020, and now it's time for you to fully enjoy what you love most once more."