I know Manuel well, like the support that Kawasaki offers its team, and it would be a great choice for the future for me. Let us hope that this... Di Meglio to continue with Team Estrella Galicia 0,0 Marc VDS in 2020, Bautista and Haslam's Honda unveils on February 21 in Tokyo, Here is the 2020 MotoGP calendar: Jerez on 19 July, 2 races at Misano. The total or partial reproduction of text, photographs or illustrations is not permitted in any form. 2019 was a very difficult season for Honda in WorldSBK with the Moriwaki-led effort spending much of the season gathering data, plus injuries to lead rider Leon Camier. The 37-year-old's last podium with Honda came in the wet of Magny-Cours in 2014, with his first one coming as a wildcard at Portimao back in 2008. First Ronaldo, now Rossi: and of course 'The Show Must Go On', Off the track, Jorge Lorenzo and Valentino Rossi: from the 2008 'wall' to teamwork at Sepang, GPone MotoGP, Bar Sport at Sepang with Carlo Pernat. Leon Haslam is set to trade a factory Kawasaki for a factory Honda in the 2020 World Superbike championship, joining the official HRC squad alongside Alvaro Bautista on the all-new Fireblade. I feel bad, since I had the pace to be with the best today. We are confident that we have the potential to win races as well as the title and we will continue to work towards this goal.”. Leon Haslam has been confirmed as part of the Honda team for the 2020 World Superbike season alongside Alvaro Bautista. Haslam’s relationship with Honda has been illustrious, with the British rider set to start his 100th race for the Japanese firm in Race 2 at Estoril this weekend – only the fourth rider in WorldSBK to achieve this milestone after Aaron Slight (163), Jonathan Rea (140) and Colin Edwards (127). A permanent switch to WorldSBK came in 2004, where he took a first career podium at Oschersleben, finishing eighth in the Championship. "The fact is that I don't know with which team. How is the 2021 WorldSSP grid shaping up? I was able to remain with the leading group until about five laps from the end, after which a lack of grip made it impossible to keep up. Speaking about the deal, the ‘Pocket Rocket’ is delighted to be a part of the factory Honda team once again: “I am excited about the possibility of joining the HRC project and the new bike as well. Honda has confirmed Leon Haslam will once again compete alongside Alvaro Bautista for the 2021 WorldSBK Championship in an unchanged rider line-up for the factory HRC squad. The 2010 WorldSBK runner-up has had a very consistent season and his renowned development skills have seen Honda come on leaps and bounds. Can HRC celebrate their 2021 continuity by signing off with a bang this year? ", You can specify which notification you receive from GPOne.com, GPone Testata giornalistica reg. Leon Haslam dreamed of getting on the podium in Race 2 in Portimao. 2011 and 2012 saw him with BMW and he took regular podiums before moving to Honda for 2013. ", "The options are KRT or Puccetti. Marquez already in 2020: "Some experiments at Valencia before the tests... Kawasaki will present Rea and Alex Lowes on 6 February in Barcelona, MotoGP 2020 calendar: Grand Prix of Japan cancelled, Rea: Lowes? Motorcycle Theft in Australia | Analysis and current trends. The Brit was able to maintain a consistent pace through the first half of the race, before closing in on, and passing, Sykes for fifth on lap 13. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website and to ensure we show advertising that is relevant to you. After a short final practice session earlier in the day, the team was ready for the all-important Superpole session which played out in warm, dry conditions. Instead, he had to settle for a fifth place behind Alex Lowes. He is perhaps best known for placing 2nd in the Superbike World Championship in 2010. Haslam continues alongside Bautista for 2021 factory Honda title tilt Thursday, 15 October 2020 08:00 GMT Leon Haslam has secured his place on the grid for next season as Honda set their sights on continuity – one of just two factory teams to do that ahead of 2021… His last podium for Honda came in the wet of Magny-Cours in 2014, his first one coming as a wildcard at Portimao back in 2008. 845898), Jonathan Rea does the double at Magny-Cours, James Hillier set for 2022 Dakar challenge. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our use of such cookies. Copyright © 2017 Dorna WorldSBK. ... October 30, 2020. "I'll be continuing with Kawasaki, and I'm happy to continue with them," said Leon. What went wrong for Honda at Magny-Cours? Besides that, I can say that we've taken a step forward, compared to Saturday's race, but it's not enough to get on the podium. Rea, Champion Interview, 1/3: "I don't look back at my six titles; I look forward", What does the future hold for Baz? The decision to separate the responsibility of the manufacturer from that of the riders is contrary to the spirit of the law: not to allow any technical advantages. Leon Haslam suffered a huge crash at Brands Hatch as Shane Byrne pipped him to the British Superbikes title. Gregorio Lavilla outlines WorldSBK plans for 2021. Leon Haslam is set to join the official Honda World Superbike team for 2020, alongside Alvaro Bautista.