Jorge Martín continues to be a significant presence for Aprilia Racing despite his ongoing absence and recent expressions of wanting to leave the team. Marco Bezzecchi, the Italian manufacturer’s key rider in MotoGP, remains steadfast that Martín’s input still guides some of the team’s decisions. After testing a new aerodynamic package at Aragon, Bezzecchi reported positive feelings about the update but acknowledged uncertainty over whether Martín will approve it.
Cautious Optimism Surrounds Aerodynamic Package Approval
Bezzecchi expressed tempered hope regarding the approval of the new aerodynamic design for competition this season. He noted it is clearly an improvement over the previous setup but refrained from making definitive claims pending technical validation.
“I have no idea if the new aerodynamics will be approved for this year; I hope that if it is considered an improvement, it will be approved, but to be sure, we have to ask the technicians. It is undoubtedly better than the previous one, but I can’t say anything else,”
he said.
Challenges Ahead for Martín’s Potential Return
There remains uncertainty about when the number one rider will return to the track, as he faces a steep learning curve with the RS-GP bike after a preseason hampered by injuries and limited track time. This situation adds complexity to Aprilia’s plans, even as Bezzecchi and the team look forward to possible advancements with the new aero package during the season.
