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Jorge Martin’s successful comeback enabled by an uncelebrated Aprilia figure
Aprilia expressed gratitude towards an unnoticed team member who played a crucial part in Jorge Martin’s MotoGP comeback. Martin’s successful return included a 7th place finish in his first race after his injury.
Despite dealing with injuries, Martin showed promise in only his second race weekend with Aprilia after winning the 2024 MotoGP title with Ducati. His absence led to teammate Marco Bezzecchi shining and becoming the top non-Ducati rider in the standings.
Aprilia credited their test rider Lorenzo Savadori for his contributions in developing the bike and allowing Martin to return comfortably. Savadori raced in seven rounds as Martin’s substitute and was vital in improving the bike’s performance.
Team boss Paolo Bonora praised both Bezzecchi and Savadori for their hard work and dedication in enhancing the bike, giving them hope for a strong second half of the season. Savadori’s efforts, though not flashy during race weekends, laid the groundwork for Martin’s future success on a more competitive bike.
