A win in the Barcelona sprint race would crown Martin as champion, yet Michael Laverty of TNT Sports cautions that the timing is crucial. “This is Ducati’s era,” Laverty asserted. “They’re set to dominate until the 2027 regulation change. Martin is off to Aprilia, and it might be tough for him. I hope Aprilia can keep him competitive, but I doubt it.” Ducati’s recent show of strength, locking out the top eight spots in the Thailand sprint, reinforces their edge in MotoGP.
This isn’t the first time Martin has faced disappointment with Ducati. Overlooked for the factory team spot in favor of Marc Marquez, Martin chose to make the bold switch to Aprilia for 2025. The move leaves him facing a less dominant bike, but he has the potential to take the #1 plate with him, marking a significant shift in momentum for Aprilia if he pulls off the title win.
Martin, who narrowly missed the championship in last season’s finale, knows all too well the agony of falling short. But as he eyes his final round with Ducati, he has one last chance to capitalize on the manufacturer’s winning machinery before he joins Aprilia, where the path to a title may be far more challenging.
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