British rider Jake Dixon will step in for the injured Joan Mir at the Honda HRC team for the upcoming MotoGP round in Qatar, multiple outlets reported Thursday. The move comes after Mir was ruled out due to injury, opening a seat for Dixon, who currently competes in the Moto2 class.
Dixon, a former British Superbike champion, made his MotoGP debut earlier this season as a wildcard rider. The 28-year-old from Kent will pilot the RC213V alongside regular rider Luca Marini at the Lusail International Circuit. Honda has not announced how long Dixon will remain with the factory squad.
Mir, the 2020 MotoGP world champion, has struggled with injuries throughout the 2026 campaign. His absence marks another setback for the Japanese manufacturer, which continues to develop its competitive package. The Qatar Grand Prix is scheduled for the weekend of November 20-22, 2026.
