Overview
- Aprilia confirmed Martin will travel to the Valencia Grand Prix, with his participation contingent on approval from the FIM medical team at the circuit.
- Martin has been sidelined since sustaining a displaced right collarbone/arm fracture in a sprint collision with teammate Marco Bezzecchi at Motegi.
- If declared fit, he is expected to face a stewards’ penalty related to the Motegi incident, with the hearing deferred during his injury layoff.
- Aprilia test rider Lorenzo Savadori has covered Martin’s seat, and the team is keen for Martin to be ready for post-race testing of 2026 machinery.
- Red Bull KTM Tech3 says Maverick Vinales will race in Valencia and test afterward, while Marc Marquez will skip the event and the test as he continues recovery.