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Not many were looking to Aprilia’s ‘other’ new signing Marco Bezzecchi for big things in the 2025 MotoGP season. Now they are – and not just because Jorge Martin is injured
Heading into the 2025 MotoGP season, Marco Bezzecchi was initially expected to be in the shadow of his new teammate, world champion Jorge Martin, at Aprilia. However, a testing crash sidelined Martin, opening the door for Bezzecchi to shine. Despite not being the first choice for Aprilia, Bezzecchi stepped up when Maverick Vinales went to KTM, securing a seat alongside Martin. With an underwhelming 2024 season, Bezzecchi had to prove himself to team boss Massimo Rivola before even getting on the bike. Rivola’s trust in Bezzecchi paid off as he showcased exceptional performance during pre-season testing. Bezzecchi’s impressive showing has completely shifted expectations for the upcoming season, making him a standout for Aprilia.
