Jorge Martin reflects on tension of MotoGP title pursuit this season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 3:46 PM
Last updated May 30, 2026
Jorge Martin has acknowledged that his role as a title contender in the MotoGP series has made him feel more tense than necessary. The factory Aprilia rider has stepped into the spotlight early this season, following a challenging 2025 campaign marked by injuries. His recent performances have positioned him as a top championship favorite, aided by the improved performance of the Aprilia RS-GP. Martin aims to adjust his mindset as the season progresses. His team-mate Marco Bezzecchi is also contributing to the team's strong results.
- •Jorge Martin experiences increased tension in MotoGP title fight.
- •Martin recovering from a difficult 2025 season with improved form.
- •Factory Aprilia rider aims to change his approach moving forward.
- •Team-mate Marco Bezzecchi also performing strongly early in the season.
- 3:46 PMYahoo Sports — Jorge Martin admits MotoGP title fight left him “more tense than necessary”
- 3:46 PMMotorsport.com — Jorge Martin admits MotoGP title fight left him “more tense than necessary”
"Jorge Martin says his early status as a MotoGP title contender left him more “tense than necessary”, prompting him to change his mindset. The factory Aprilia rider has emerged as one of the early favourites for the championship this year, having recovered from an injury-hit 2025 season to capitalise on a vastly-improved RS-GP. Although his team-mate Marco Bezzecchi started the campaign ...Keep reading
"With Aprilia enjoying a clear advantage over the rest of the field, Martin has had to deal with the pressure of a title fight early in the season
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External links- Yahoo SportsMay 30, 2026, 3:46 PMJorge Martin admits MotoGP title fight left him “more tense than necessary”
With Aprilia enjoying a clear advantage over the rest of the field, Martin has had to deal with the pressure of a title fight early in the season
- Motorsport.comMay 30, 2026, 3:46 PMJorge Martin admits MotoGP title fight left him “more tense than necessary”
Jorge Martin says his early status as a MotoGP title contender left him more “tense than necessary”, prompting him to change his mindset. The factory Aprilia rider has emerged as one of the early favourites for the championship this year, having recovered from an injury-hit 2025 season to capitalise on a vastly-improved RS-GP. Although his team-mate Marco Bezzecchi started the campaign ...Keep reading
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