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Jorge Martin defends Yamaha switch: ‘They said going to Aprilia would be a disaster’

Jorge Martin defends Yamaha switch: ‘They said going to Aprilia would be a disaster’

·Updated 6 hrs ago·207 pts

From Motorsport.com · 6 hrs ago

Jorge Martin is convinced he has made the right choice to join Yamaha’s MotoGP team in 2027, saying his move to Aprilia was also questioned two years ago.Next year, Martin will switch from the manufacturer that is currently leading the championship to one that sits firmly at the bottom of the table.

Jorge Martin and Alex Rins this season

MotoGP riders' championship after round 12

Jorge MartinAprilia Racing
P1 in the championship240 pts (leads)1 win

Last 3 races: P1 GRAND PRIX OF GREAT BRITAIN, P2 GRAND PRIX OF GREAT BRITAIN, P6 GRAND PRIX OF GERMANY

Alex RinsMonster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team
P20 in the championship21 pts (219 behind the lead)

Last 3 races: P16 GRAND PRIX OF GREAT BRITAIN, DNF GRAND PRIX OF GREAT BRITAIN, P16 GRAND PRIX OF GERMANY

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