Aprilia riders collide, leave team with one contender at Hungary GP
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Three Aprilia riders, Marco Bezzecchi, Jorge Martin, and Raul Fernandez, collided during the opening lap of the Hungarian Grand Prix on June 7, forcing all to retire from the race at Balaton Park Circuit. The incident drew criticism from Aprilia’s motorsport boss Massimo Rivola, who stated it made the team look ‘stupid.’ With three of their top riders out early, Aprilia now has only one competitor remaining for the ongoing race. Rivola’s remarks reflect the struggles that the team has faced this season amidst high expectations.
- •The crash occurred during the first lap of the Hungarian GP.
- •Marco Bezzecchi, Jorge Martin, and Raul Fernandez all retired early.
- •Aprilia only has one rider left competing in the race.
- •Massimo Rivola expressed frustration over the team's performance.
- 6:00 AMMotorsport.com — Aprilia boss admits Hungary GP crash made it “look so stupid”
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Aprilia boss admits Hungary GP crash made it “look so stupid”
"Aprilia was made to “look stupid” by three of its riders colliding with each other in the opening lap melee at the Hungarian Grand Prix, according to motorsport boss Massimo Rivola. Championship leader Marco Bezzecchi, team-mate Jorge Martin and Trackhouse’s Raul Fernandez all retired at the start of Sunday’s race at the Balaton Park Circuit, leaving Aprilia with just one contender in ...Keep reading
"Massimo Rivola admitted that Jorge Martin was at fault in Balaton Park, insisting he should have been cautious given the circumstances
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External links- Motorsport.comJun 8, 2026, 6:00 AMAprilia boss admits Hungary GP crash made it “look so stupid”
Aprilia was made to “look stupid” by three of its riders colliding with each other in the opening lap melee at the Hungarian Grand Prix, according to motorsport boss Massimo Rivola. Championship leader Marco Bezzecchi, team-mate Jorge Martin and Trackhouse’s Raul Fernandez all retired at the start of Sunday’s race at the Balaton Park Circuit, leaving Aprilia with just one contender in ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 8, 2026, 6:00 AMAprilia boss admits Hungary GP crash made it “look so stupid”
Massimo Rivola admitted that Jorge Martin was at fault in Balaton Park, insisting he should have been cautious given the circumstances
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