Aprilia Considers Dropping Marco Bezzecchi to Prioritize Jorge Martín

MotoGP rider Marco Bezzecchi, the Italian who recently underwent shoulder surgery, has returned to the track aiming to regain form and contend for the championship. His team, Aprilia Racing, leads the constructors' standings but faces stiff competition from Ducati.

At the mid‑season break, rider Jorge Martín holds a narrow lead in the riders' championship with 208 points, while Bezzecchi trails with 186 points. Speculation has emerged that Aprilia may change its previously neutral "no team orders" policy and prioritize Martín, potentially sacrificing Bezzecchi’s title chances. Team manager Massimo Rivola could impose new race strategies to benefit Martín as the title race tightens.