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Expert panel provide judgement on Jorge Martin comeback – and his MotoGP podium hope
The reigning MotoGP world champion made a strong return to racing at the Czech Grand Prix, finishing an impressive seventh in the main race. After being absent due to injuries suffered in a crash, Brno marked only his second round out of the first 12. Questions about Jorge Martin’s motivation following a contract dispute with Aprilia were answered emphatically with his performance. Despite starting 12th on the grid, he climbed to seventh in the 21-lap race, impressing many in the paddock. The working relationship between Martin and Aprilia seems to be improving, with positive signs for the remainder of the season. Martin’s return was seen as “perfect” by Crash MotoGP Editor Peter McLaren, who highlighted the importance of building confidence and trust with the team. Lewis Duncan, a Crash Senior Journalist, believes Martin has laid a solid foundation to challenge for podiums in the second half of the season, showcasing promising pace despite limited race mileage compared to his competitors.
