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Aprilia respond as a fresh twist in Jorge Martin saga whispered in Spain
Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola has confirmed that Jorge Martin will stay with the team for the 2026 season, amidst a contract dispute that began in May. Despite initial reports suggesting Martin might leave, Aprilia has maintained that the existing contract will be honored. The situation has caused a stir, as Martin’s injury kept him sidelined for much of 2025. Dorna has warned Martin that he must resolve the dispute to race in 2026, and Honda, previously linked to the rider, denied any agreement due to his contractual obligations. While reports indicate that Martin will remain with Aprilia, he and his management have not made any statements yet. In Martin’s absence, Aprilia achieved success at the British Grand Prix and secured a second-place finish at the Dutch Grand Prix with Marco Bezzecchi.
