Overview
- Jorge Martin’s Sprint-and-Grand Prix double at the French Grand Prix in Le Mans delivered an Aprilia 1-2-3 and cut Marco Bezzecchi’s points lead to a single point.
- Marc Marquez will miss the Catalan round after surgery for a shoulder nerve problem and a fractured foot, which could leave him more than 100 points off the lead.
- Both title leaders say they will not discount Marquez’s threat when he returns, citing his 2025 dominance and past comebacks as reasons to stay wary.
- Aprilia chief Massimo Rivola calls managing two active contenders a “nice challenge” and sets one clear rule for the box: respect teammates, crew, and the team.
- Rider-market moves remain unofficial, with multiple outlets reporting Martin is expected to join Yamaha after this season while Bezzecchi is signed to Aprilia for two more years.