Jorge Martin struggles in Brno, misses Q2 cut for Czech GP
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:13 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Jorge Martin faced persistent front-end issues during Friday practice at the Czech Grand Prix, finishing 11th and missing the Q2 cut by 0.11 seconds. The Spaniard, riding for the factory Aprilia team, noted he lacked confidence and struggled with the front tire, echoing challenges from previous races. Martin emphasized his physical condition was not a limitation and expressed optimism for Saturday's qualifying, aiming to improve his performance. He will serve a double long-lap penalty in the race due to a previous incident at Balaton Park.
- •Martin finished 11th, 0.6s off the pace in practice.
- •He expressed lack of confidence in his bike's front tire.
- •The issues have persisted over the last three races.
- •He will face a double long-lap penalty in the race.
- •Martin plans to improve during Saturday's qualifying session.
- 5:13 PMYahoo Sports — Jorge Martin reveals where he is struggling after missing Czech GP Q2 cut
- 5:13 PMMotorsport.com — Jorge Martin reveals where he is struggling after missing Czech GP Q2 cut
"Jorge Martin says persistent front-end issues left him without the “spark to push” after missing out on a direct place in Qualifying 2 for the Czech Grand Prix. The Spaniard could only set the 11th-fastest lap time during Friday Practice at Brno, ending up 0.6s off the ultimate pace aboard the factory Aprilia. He was the only rider from the Italian manufacturer who didn’t progress ...Keep reading
"Jorge Martin struggled for pace on the opening day of track action in Brno, missing the all-important Q2 cut by 0.11s
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 19, 2026, 5:13 PMJorge Martin reveals where he is struggling after missing Czech GP Q2 cut
Jorge Martin struggled for pace on the opening day of track action in Brno, missing the all-important Q2 cut by 0.11s
- Motorsport.comJun 19, 2026, 5:13 PMJorge Martin reveals where he is struggling after missing Czech GP Q2 cut
Jorge Martin says persistent front-end issues left him without the “spark to push” after missing out on a direct place in Qualifying 2 for the Czech Grand Prix. The Spaniard could only set the 11th-fastest lap time during Friday Practice at Brno, ending up 0.6s off the ultimate pace aboard the factory Aprilia. He was the only rider from the Italian manufacturer who didn’t progress ...Keep reading
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