Repsol Honda Boss Can't Confirm When Marc Marquez Will Return: The Priority Is Everything Goes According To Plan

Repsol Honda rider Marc Marquez (front). (Doc. MotoGP official site)

JAKARTA - Repsol Honda boss, Alberto Puig, can't say for sure when Marc Marquez will return to racing. He said the priority at this time is to ensure the operation that the driver undergoes goes according to plan.

Marc Marquez is confirmed to be absent until the end of the 2022 MotoGP season. He will undergo right arm surgery in the United States.

"The priority is on Marc Marquez's operation. First of all, everything must go according to plan. The team will of course continue because we have a test in Barcelona after the next race," said Puig as quoted by Speedweek.

"When the doctor has completed the procedure, we will study the schedule. We'll see when we can expect Marc to return," continued the Honda team boss.

The Italian MotoGP race at the Mugello Circuit, last weekend, was the last for the Spaniard. Puig also praised Marquez's decision to continue racing even though he knew he would undergo surgery.

"It's impressive what Marc did over the weekend. The easier option is not to start. If you know you are going to have surgery on Thursday, you are afraid something will happen on Sunday. That would be a disaster. because you risk injuring yourself worse so everything will be delayed," said Puig.

"Marc knows exactly what he's doing, he loves racing, he really wants to ride this GP. He finished the race safely. We want to thank him because I'm sure he's also very grateful to Honda for his understanding."

In the race at the Mugello Circuit, Marc Marquez appeared not so impressive. He only finished in 10th position. However, judging by the existing situation, the result is already quite encouraging for Repsol Honda.