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The scene of Jorge Martin’s greatest day as an Aprilia MotoGP rider came exactly a year after he tried to leave the team.
Massimo Rivola reflected on Aprilia’s outstanding performance at the 2026 French MotoGP, where Jorge Martin achieved victory following his previous decision to leave the team due to injury issues the year before at the same circuit.
Aprilia stood firm in their belief that they could succeed with Martin despite his injury clause, leading to the eventual reversal of his decision and his current success on the track.
Rivola expressed his satisfaction with the team’s decision and Martin’s recent achievements, with the outstanding performance giving hope for a strong season ahead.
The victory, along with Marco Bezzecchi’s wins, positions Aprilia as a strong contender in the MotoGP season, with only one defeat so far.
Looking ahead, Rivola acknowledged the competition, including Marc Marquez’s return, and stressed the importance of mutual respect between Martin and Bezzecchi as they potentially battle for the championship.
With Martin likely to move to Yamaha and Pecco Bagnaia rumored to replace him, the future looks promising for Aprilia as they aim for their first MotoGP title.
