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Jorge Martin addresses Aprilia's criticism after Hungarian GP crash

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:28 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Jorge Martin addresses Aprilia's criticism after Hungarian GP crash

Summary

Jorge Martin responded to criticism from Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola regarding his crash that caused a major pile-up at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Rivola highlighted the need for Martin to be more cautious in future races. Martin emphasized the importance of unity within the team following the incident. The crash occurred early in the race, leading to significant consequences for the team and the competitors involved.

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Key Details

•Jorge Martin crashed at the start of the Hungarian Grand Prix.
•Massimo Rivola criticized Martin for the incident.
•Martin calls for greater unity within Aprilia.
•The crash triggered a major pile-up during the race.
•Team dynamics may be impacted leading into upcoming events.

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1:28 PMMotorsport.com — Jorge Martin responds to Aprilia criticism: ‘We shouldn’t shoot ourselves in the foot’

What they're saying

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Jorge Martin says it’s time for Aprilia to be “more united than ever” after he came under fire from team boss Massimo Rivola for triggering a major pile-up in the Hungarian Grand Prix. Aprilia Racing CEO Rivola publicly criticised Martin for crashing at the start of the Balaton Park race, saying the 2024 MotoGP champion should have been more careful given the circumstances. The ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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