Jorge Martin-Aprilia: the world champion clarifies on social media

Through a story posted on his Instagram profile Jorge Martin has shed some light on his relationship with Aprilia after the House of Noale was come out of the closet with an official statement about the world champion’s contract.

“Hello everyone, I would like to share with all the fans, media and people who follow my career a clear explanation of my situation with Aprilia – he began -. I never violated the contract. When we signed it, I agreed with Aprilia that if certain conditions were not met, I would reserve the right to decide my future for 2026. This was an essential condition for me to accept the contract proposal they offered me at that time”.

“When I decided to change manufacturers last year, one of the prerequisites was to have the opportunity to test the bike under real circumstances and understand how the team and the working method worked– explained the Spaniard. “That way I would have felt comfortable signing for two years instead of one, so we included this condition”.

“Faced with the situation of having to make a decision on a date set in the contract, I decided to exercise my right to free myself for the 2026 season– admitted the Aprilia centaur.”

I have always done so with respect and clarity, in the sole intent of having control of my future as a professional athlete”.

“Unfortunately, the circumstances that have occurred as a result of the falls, although not affecting what we agreed upon, have affected this phase. That is why I have always been open to dialogue with Aprilia to extend this period to a certain number of Grands Prix after my return to competition. The’goal is that both sides can give themselves a second chance and feel comfortable before making a decision for 2026”.

“I have always been honest with Aprilia, I have always appreciated the bike, the team and the’commitment of all the people who are part of the project. The’only thing I ask is that my will and the spirit of what we agreed at the time with Aprilia be respected”

“There is no conflict or reproach. I just want to be able to look forward clearly, after very difficult times and a very serious injury, continuing to give my best on and off the track. Thank you all for understanding and respect, Jorge Martin” concluded the reigning MotoGP world champion.