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Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola admits his manufacturer is being helped by Marc Marquez’s form at the start of 2026
Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola acknowledges the benefit of Marc Marquez’s performance, but remains optimistic about Aprilia’s MotoGP prospects in 2026. The Italian manufacturer currently leads all three world championships after four rounds. Marco Bezzecchi’s strong start was overshadowed by Gresini Ducati’s Alex Marquez at the Spanish Grand Prix. Despite this, Bezzecchi’s second place finish in Jerez extended his championship lead going into the French Grand Prix. Rivola expressed satisfaction with Aprilia’s performance, noting the impact of Marquez’s absence from the top form. He emphasized the team’s confidence in their progress and the competitiveness of their riders.
