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KTM Clears Vinales for Valencia as Martin Awaits Medical Green Light

Aprilia will confirm Jorge Martin only after Thursday’s MotoGP medical check, reflecting a wider focus on Valencia’s post‑race test for 2026 preparation.

Overview

  • KTM officially confirmed Maverick Vinales will start the Valencia finale and take part in the subsequent test.
  • Vinales sat out Portimao as Pol Espargaro covered, preserving his recovery for his home event and the crucial Tuesday test.
  • Jorge Martin will travel to Valencia with clearance from his own doctors but still needs approval from MotoGP’s medical team led by Dr. Angel Charte.
  • Aprilia named Lorenzo Savadori as standby if Martin is not cleared, underscoring contingency planning for late‑season returns.
  • Aprilia has second in the constructors’ standings secured, making Martin’s participation in the post‑race test more important than race points, and Marc Marquez will attend but not start.