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Honda HRC president Koji Watanabe to retire, Keiichi Yasuda appointed successor for 2027

Honda Racing Corporation announces Koji Watanabe will retire as president and CEO on 1 January 2027, with Keiichi Yasuda succeeding him, ahead of the 2027 season.

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How the sources differ

Crash.net leads on the structural changes, The Race focuses on the F1 return context, while Autosport and Motorsport.com provide detailed background on Watanabe's career and the HRC merger. PlanetF1 is vague, only noting a new announcement. No official FIA document is present.

Recommended first read: Autosport offers the most comprehensive coverage, detailing Watanabe's career, the merger, and the succession, with a clear image and no paywall.

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