2020 MotoGP world champion Joan Mir expressed optimism after Honda's double points finish at the Misano Grand Prix, calling the result "real." Despite the encouraging performance, Mir emphasized that Honda still has a significant amount of work to do to become consistently competitive in the premier class.
Mir's result at Misano marked a notable improvement for the factory Honda team, which has faced a difficult season. Climbing up the order in the race, Mir was pleased with the progress made, but he remains realistic about the challenges ahead. He stated that while the team’s performance at Misano was promising, Honda must continue developing its package to be competitive on a regular basis.
Honda has struggled throughout the season, and Mir, like his teammate Marc Marquez, has had a tough time adjusting to the bike’s limitations. The Misano result provided some encouragement, but Mir is fully aware that one positive race doesn't solve the fundamental issues the team is facing.
Mir's performance and attitude reflect Honda’s efforts to improve its fortunes in MotoGP, but he maintains that consistent results will require further development and significant strides forward.