Jorge Martin Believes in Closing the Gap in Championship Battle

Jorge Martin, who is fighting for the championship in the MotoGP races, commented on the current situation and the team's performance. Martin stressed that the injury was not an excuse, emphasizing the importance of continuing to learn and boosting confidence.

The Aragon Race and Team Performance

Jorge Martin stated that there were tracks he hadn't raced last year but was still fast on. He emphasized that this situation could not be an excuse for his injury.

Martin expressed that the team struggled in the Aragon race. He noted that the team performed better in some races and struggled in others, saying that the important thing was to continue learning and increase speed and confidence to look forward to the next race.

Martin made the following assessment regarding the difficulties experienced during the race:

In their words

There were tracks I hadn't raced last year but was still fast; therefore, the injury is not an excuse.

Furthermore, in the Aragon race, they tried to proceed with simple solutions and avoid excessive adjustments to the motorcycle settings, but they needed help at the end of the day. Even Marco Bezzecchi, who appeared to be the favorite for the weekend, struggled in the race.

Future Tracks and Strategy

Martin stated that although some tracks are challenging due to the nature of the races, this is part of the competition. He expressed that the Aprilia Racing team performed better in some races and struggled in others. Therefore, he stressed the importance of increasing speed and confidence to look forward to the next race.

Martin expressed his preference for the Misano track, suggesting that Aprilia and his riding style could make a strong comeback and be fast on a track with high grip.

In their words

Misano is a track I love, with high grip. I believe that Aprilia and I can make a strong comeback and be fast there with my riding style.

Championship Leadership and Competition

Jorge Martin, who holds the championship lead, expressed his determination to maintain the lead. Martin stated that both he, Marco, and Marc are the strongest contenders for the championship.

Martin expressed his desire to maintain the championship lead with the following words:

In their words

Marco and Marc are both the biggest contenders for the championship with me.

Martin stated that he is very happy to be able to maintain the championship lead even while still in the learning process, and he believes he can keep this lead going afterward. He expressed that they could compete even if the gap between him and Marc Marquez closes.

Additionally, Martin noted that he has races in his calendar that suit his riding style, and he hopes that everything he has learned in the remaining 14 races will help him in the championship battles.

Statistics

• Aragon GP: 5.08 km length, lap record 1:46.069.