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Following the accident involving Jorge Martin, Raul Fernandez claimed that the incident was proven by data and that he was not at fault. Regarding the collision that occurred while he was attempting to pass Martin in the 5th corner during the race, Fernandez emphasized that the situation was difficult to understand. Furthermore, Fernandez recalled that the FIM MotoGP Stewards Board classified the accident as a 'race incident' and did not apply any penalty. He argued that Aprilia's telemetry data proved him right.
Jorge Martin, who started the race two points behind his teammate Bezzecchi in the championship standings, had taken second place on the starting grid, just behind Pedro Acosta. However, a major accident occurred that changed the course of the race. Trackhouse rider Raul Fernandez attempted a risky maneuver to pass Martin in the inside of the 5th corner. Unfortunately, the two motorcycles collided at the apex of the corner; Martin went down, and Fernandez was thrown to the back of the grid.
Fernandez added another detail about the start of the accident. Stating that pieces from Alex Marquez's motorcycle hit his chest, Fernandez recounted the events:
"First of all, I was very lucky, because I felt some motorcycle parts from Marquez's crash hit my chest hard."
Dynamics of the Accident and Fernandez's Defense
Fernandez stated that the incident involving Jorge Martin was much more complex, detailing the moment of the accident.
"The subsequent Jorge incident was quite difficult to understand. Because I had a very good pace in the 4th corner, and when I reached the 5th corner, I was ready to pass him."
Fernandez drew attention to Martin's braking strategy, stating that he wanted to take advantage of his opportunity.
"I saw him brake very early, and I wanted to take my chance. It is clearly visible in the video taken from the helicopter camera that I was almost passing him."
However, upon Martin's reaction, Fernandez summarized the critical moment:
"But when he saw me in his mirror, he repeated what he did yesterday: He released the brakes and leaned the motorcycle back into the corner."
Expressing his sadness over the loss suffered by Aprilia, Fernandez clearly stated that he was not responsible for the accident.
"First of all, I am very sorry for Aprilia, because neither of us deserved this result. I feel really bad for the team, but I don't think I made a mistake. I did not enter the corner at excessive speed, nor did I change my line. I was just passing him, but he cut me off; we made contact at that moment and both of us went into the gravel trap."
Technical Data and Aftermath
Although the FIM MotoGP Stewards Board conducted a detailed investigation after the incident, they did not apply any disciplinary action, evaluating the accident as a 'race incident.'
This tense atmosphere did not leave the track. Immediately after the accident, cameras captured a heated conversation between Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola and Trackhouse Team Manager Davide Brivio. Meanwhile, Jorge Martin, extremely angry while returning to the garage, avoided giving a statement to the press after the race.
Fernandez, however, based his defense on Aprilia's telemetry analysis. The rider, who argued that this data proved him right, emphasized his performance:
"I was extremely strong in the 5th corner throughout the weekend. I could brake later and turn the motorcycle more than all the Aprilia riders."
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