Vinales criticizes KTM support after poor performance at German GP
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 9:31 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Maverick Vinales expressed frustration with KTM and Tech3 following a disappointing performance at the German Grand Prix. Vinales, who returned from injury, struggled significantly, qualifying last in 19th place and facing criticism for his lack of speed. He emphasized his need for more support as he navigates his recovery. This performance marked one of the lowest points in his career, raising questions about his future with the team.
- •Vinales finished 19th in qualifying at the German Grand Prix.
- •He described feeling more criticized than supported by his team.
- •This performance follows his return from injury.
- •Vinales is seeking more assistance from KTM and Tech3.
- 11:06 AMMotorsport.com — Maverick Vinales after German GP woes: “I need support from team but all I get is criticism”
- 11:06 AMYahoo Sports — Maverick Vinales after German GP woes: “I need support from team but all I get is criticism”
- 9:31 AMAutosport — Vinales after German GP woes: “I need support from team but all I get is criticism”
"Maverick Vinales says he needs greater support from KTM and Tech3 as he continues to battle his way back from injury, but feels he is only getting criticised for his lack of speed. The Spaniard hit a new low at the German Grand Prix last weekend, where he was reduced to being the slowest rider in the entire field. After ending up a distant 19th in qualifying, more than a second off the ultimate ...Keep reading
"Maverick Vinales says he needs greater support from KTM and Tech3 as he continues to battle his way back from injury, but feels he is only getting criticised for his lack of speed. The Spaniard hit a new low at the German Grand Prix last weekend, where he was reduced to being the slowest rider in the entire field. After ending up a distant 19th in qualifying, more than a second off the ultimate ...Keep reading
"Vinales admits to a lack of support amid his current injury-induced performance slump
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External links- Motorsport.comJul 13, 2026, 11:06 AMMaverick Vinales after German GP woes: “I need support from team but all I get is criticism”
Maverick Vinales says he needs greater support from KTM and Tech3 as he continues to battle his way back from injury, but feels he is only getting criticised for his lack of speed. The Spaniard hit a new low at the German Grand Prix last weekend, where he was reduced to being the slowest rider in the entire field. After ending up a distant 19th in qualifying, more than a second off the ultimate ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 11:06 AMMaverick Vinales after German GP woes: “I need support from team but all I get is criticism”
Vinales admits to a lack of support amid his current injury-induced performance slump
- AutosportJul 13, 2026, 9:31 AMVinales after German GP woes: “I need support from team but all I get is criticism”
Maverick Vinales says he needs greater support from KTM and Tech3 as he continues to battle his way back from injury, but feels he is only getting criticised for his lack of speed. The Spaniard hit a new low at the German Grand Prix last weekend, where he was reduced to being the slowest rider in the entire field. After ending up a distant 19th in qualifying, more than a second off the ultimate ...Keep reading
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