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Dorna boss threatens to deny Martin 2026 MotoGP entry

Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of MotoGP promoter Dorna, has threatened to not accept a Jorge Martin entry for next year’s championship unless the rider’s dispute with Aprilia is resolved.

Autosport

Aprilia "would have won more races" with Martin as it works to fix rift

When Jorge Martin confirmed his plans to leave Aprilia despite taking part in just one race weekend, the paddock was shocked by the hastiness of his decision. There’s little doubt that the bike hasn’t been as competitive as Ducati's, but it was a surprising decision given Martin's lack of time…

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Aprilia “would have won more races” with Jorge Martin as it works to fix rift

When Jorge Martin confirmed his plans to leave Aprilia following just one race, the paddock media were shocked by the hastiness of his decision. There’s little doubt that the bike hasn’t been as competitive as Ducati's, but it was a surprising decision given Martin's lack of time on the Aprilia…

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Aprilia vs Martin - what's next as world champion intends to leave?

Four days have passed since Marco Bezzecchi triumphed at Silverstone, defying most predictions in an unexpected twist to the plot involving Jorge Martin and Aprilia - one worthy of Alfred Hitchcock himself.

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The Aprilia and Jorge Martin saga: What’s next?

Four days have passed since Marco Bezzecchi triumphed at Silverstone, defying most predictions in an unexpected twist to the plot involving Jorge Martín and Aprilia - one worthy of Alfred Hitchcock himself.

Motorsport

Rivola sends message to Martin: "Aprilia is ready to win with you"

Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola used Marco Bezzecchi’s British Grand Prix victory to send a strong public message to the team’s injured rider Jorge Martin, amidst a contractual dispute with the Spanish racer.

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Massimo Rivola: Aprilia "is ready to win” with Jorge Martin

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Why Martin vs Aprilia conflict will have no easy resolution

As revealed by Autosport on Monday, Jorge Martin intends to end his Aprilia contract at the end of the 2025 MotoGP season, which has caused a stir in the paddock.

Autosport

Why Martin-vs-Aprilia conflict will have no easy resolution

As revealed by Motorsport.com on Monday, Jorge Martin intends to end his Aprilia contract at the end of the 2025 MotoGP season, which has caused a stir in the paddock.

Motorsport

Are tracks designed for F1 more dangerous for MotoGP riders?

In the wake of Jorge Martín's devastating Qatar crash, just ask Aprilia MotoGP sporting director Massimo Rivola.

Motorsport

Martin set for Spain return with a medical flight from Qatar

Jorge Martin has spent the last 11 days in Doha following the pneumothorax he suffered after crashing in the MotoGP Qatar Grand Prix.

Autosport

Jorge Martin to return to Spain on Saturday on a medical flight from Qatar

Jorge Martín has spent the last 11 days in Doha following the pneumothorax he suffered after crashing in the MotoGP Qatar Grand Prix.

Motorsport

Ducati takes aim at Aprilia as Martin test request declined

A heated discussion ends in disappointment for both Jorge Martin and Aprilia as the group voted no to a track test for the injured rider before Qatar

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Ducati key in denying Aprilia test for Jorge Martin before his Qatar return

A heated discussion ends in disappointment for both Jorge Martin and Aprilia as manufactures voted no to a special track session for the injured rider

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Why the Martin test request should prompt a rule change

In the grand scheme of everything going on in the world right now, the question of whether to allow the injured Jorge Martin to try out his MotoGP Aprilia before attempting to race it is a strikingly piffling issue.

Autosport

Aprilia denies Michelin’s explanation for Martin’s Sepang crash

Aprilia is seeking fresh answers from Michelin about Jorge Martin’s nasty crash in the Sepang MotoGP test, having refuted the French manufacturer’s claim that it was caused by a drop in tyre temperature.

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Aprilia denies Michelin’s explanation for Martin’s MotoGP crash

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Aprilia and Michelin at odds over cause of Martin’s Sepang crash

Aprilia has indirectly pinpointed the blame on Michelin for Jorge Martin’s violent crash at the start of MotoGP pre-season testing in Malaysia, but the French tyre supplier has ruled itself out of any responsibility.

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Aprilia CEO is Worried About MotoGP’s Future, and He's Right to Worry

If car enthusiasts see Formula 1 as the ultimate playground for automotive engineering brilliance, MotoGP is the exact same thing, but for the two-wheeled world. It’s where motorcycle manufacturers flex the very best of what they’re capable of, and quite frankly, the breeding ground for a lot of the innovations…

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Why Martin is a double-edged sword for Aprilia in MotoGP 2025

Last year, the MotoGP transfer market remained stagnant until Ducati decided on Marc Marquez as Francesco Bagnaia's team-mate for 2025 and 2026. The verdict from the Bologna brand was made effective in Mugello, and that's when Jorge Martin and Aprilia moved quickly to announce the arrival of the Madrid native…

Autosport

MotoGP needs to "go to another level" to attract big sponsors - Aprilia

Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola believes MotoGP must be more "aspirational" in order to attract new and bigger sponsors to the championship.

Motorsport

Aprilia’s Rivola appointed new president of the MotoGP Constructors' Association

Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola will become the new president of the MotoGP World Championship Constructors’ Association (MMSA), Motorsport.com has learned.

Motorsport

Aprilia CEO admits "we are doing something wrong" in MotoGP after poor form

Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola admits the manufacturer is “doing something wrong” in MotoGP after watching it slip away from Ducati in the pecking order in recent races.

Autosport

Aprilia CEO admits "we are doing something wrong" in MotoGP after slump

Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola admits the manufacturer is “doing something wrong” in MotoGP after watching it slip away from Ducati in the pecking order in recent races.

Motorsport

Martin: Ducati has offered full support in MotoGP despite Aprilia deal

Jorge Martin says Ducati has assured him that he will get its full support in the 2024 MotoGP title fight despite his impending split from the Italian manufacturer. Pramac rider Martin will leave the Ducati fold after four seasons to join Aprilia on a multi-year deal in 2025, having lost…

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