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Jorge Martin explains why feeling, not finishing position, is key to making an “unstoppable” Aprilia comeback.
Jorge Martin expressed confidence at the Aprilia team launch in Milan that he will begin the 2026 MotoGP season in Thailand at full fitness, following a challenging year of injuries in the previous season.
Despite the setbacks, Martin believes he will be fully fit for the first race in Thailand, which was impossible to achieve during the previous season.
He emphasized the importance of mental and physical preparation to be able to win races with the bike, aiming for a strong performance similar to his Pramac Ducati season.
Martin acknowledged the mental toll of the injuries and emphasized regaining the feeling needed to perform at his best as the main target for the upcoming season.
While his influence on the 2026 RS-GP development was limited due to missing much of the previous season, Martin believes his feedback was vital in shaping the bike for the new season.
He highlighted key changes he advocated for the bike development and expressed optimism about the impact it could have on their performance in the upcoming season.
