MotoGP – The Team LCR-Randy de Puniet marriage continues

The marriage between the LCR Team directed by Lucio Cecchinello and the French driver Randy de Puniet will also continue in 2009. In reality the agreement already existed as the driver had signed a two-year contract but the formalization also served to sanction the supply of one of the Honda RCVs also for 2009, the third consecutive year for the former 125 class rider's team. Let's hear the words of those directly involved.

Lucio Cecchinello – Team Manager
“We firmly believe in the potential of Randy and Honda. Giving continuity to this joint program was our priority and today, thanks to the renewed trust received from the HRC, we are proud to be able to officially announce our sporting programs for 2009. Furthermore, all the staff within Team LCR will continue to give their their precious contribution in support of our driver also in the next season.”

Kosuke Yasutake – Managing Director HRC
“We are very pleased to continue our collaboration with Team LCR also for 2009. This Team is made up of very qualified personnel and the set-up of their RC212V is always impeccable. My best wishes go to them for the 2009 season."

Randy de Puniet – Driver
“2009 will be my fourth season in MotoGP; Honda is working hard to further improve the RCV and the LCR Team, in addition to having a very professional staff, has become like a big family for me. We have the potential to do something special and we will try again!”