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Jorge Martin’s 2025 MotoGP season has finally begun. But his first day back was not a good one for Aprilia
Jorge Martin’s return to Aprilia’s MotoGP bike exceeded expectations on the first day of practice at the Qatar Grand Prix, offering a positive sign for the team. However, Aprilia faced challenges as the RS-GP was not among the top 10 or even top 14 in practice sessions. With strong competitors like Jack Miller and Brad Binder in Q1, Aprilia may struggle to secure a spot in Q2 for the second weekend in a row. Despite not aiming for Q2, Martin’s return was encouraging after a difficult pre-season marred by crashes. Martin expressed relief and determination, noting the physical strain of riding and setting realistic goals for the races ahead. He acknowledged the need to build up competitiveness gradually and emphasized the importance of maintaining physical readiness to avoid further injuries.
