Honda's Takumi Takahashi feels he banished the demons of his 2019 loss with victory in Sunday's Suzuka 8 Hours.
All-Japan Superbike champion Takahashi led Honda’s assault at Suzuka three years ago, with the Japanese manufacturer putting a lot of faith in him by asking him to do a double stint in the final hours of the race.
While crediting his teammates for their role in a historic result for Honda, the 32-year-old feels he is now personally ready to equal the record for most victories at Suzuka. “The HRC team gave us solid support including pit work. I am grateful to everyone involved. This is my fourth Suzuka 8 Hours victory, and if I get another chance, I will aim for the record of five victories held by Tohru Ukawa.”Lecuona played a crucial role in Honda’s record-extending 28th victory in Suzuka, quickly pulling away from Lowes after their respective stops in the third hour.
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