Jorge Martin hopes Aprilia will defend him like Bezzecchi after marshal incident

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Jorge Martin hopes Aprilia will defend him like Bezzecchi after marshal incident
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Jorge Martin expressed hope that Aprilia will support him in the same manner they backed Marco Bezzecchi following Bezzecchi's incident with a marshal. After a crash during the Hungarian GP that involved Martin and Bezzecchi, Aprilia's CEO Massimo Rivola criticized Martin's actions, suggesting his penalties were too lenient. In contrast, Rivola later defended Bezzecchi after he was suspended for aggressive behavior toward a marshal. Martin, referencing a similar incident he faced, indicated he desires equal support from Aprilia if he finds himself in trouble.

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  • Jorge Martin asked Aprilia for support like Marco Bezzecchi received.
  • Martin caused a major crash during the Hungarian GP affecting several riders.
  • Massimo Rivola harshly criticized Martin's actions after the incident.
  • Bezzecchi was suspended for striking a marshal, with Rivola appealing the decision.
  • Martin noted he had a similar emotional reaction previously in Montmelo.
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Jorge Martin says he understands why Aprilia came out to defend Marco Bezzecchi after his aggression towards a marshal, and hopes the Italian manufacturer will do the same for him if he faced a similar situation. At the Hungarian GP, Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola openly criticised Martin after he triggerred a major crash at the start that took out him and team-mate Bezzecchi, among ...Keep reading

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Martin responds to Bezzecchi's penalty and the way Aprilia handled the situation

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