{"id":1899660,"date":"2026-04-23T15:03:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T12:03:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1899660"},"modified":"2026-04-23T15:03:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T12:03:01","slug":"jorge-martin-i-dont-regret-anything-about-my-motogp-past","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1899660","title":{"rendered":"Jorge Martin: \u201cI don&#8217;t regret anything about my MotoGP past\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;]<\/p>\n<article>\n<header id=\"lbs-article\" class=\"article header article-header section layout layout--article-header\">\n<div class=\"col headline\">\n<div>\n<h1>Jorge Martin: \u201cI don&#8217;t regret anything about my MotoGP past\u201d<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>Jorge Martin says last year\u2019s MotoGP injuries and Aprilia contract dispute have made him \u201cstronger and a better man\u201d.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section two-column\">\n<div class=\"col article-info\">\n<div>\n<address> Peter McLaren <\/address>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><time datetime=\"2026-04-23T17:01:18+00:00\">Updated: 23 Apr 2026<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col article-actions\">\n<div class=\"block block-better-social-sharing-buttons block-social-sharing-buttons-block\">\n<div class=\"social-sharing-buttons\"><span class=\"ssb-title\"> Share<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div id=\"lbs-content\" class=\"content wide-two-column-sticky section layout layout--wide-two-column-sticky\">\n<div class=\"col first-column\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1920w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1500w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1200w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 900w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Jorge Martin, 2026 Spanish MotoGP.<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Gold and Goose<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-preferred-source\">\n<div class=\"preferred-source-cta\">  Add as a preferred source <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>Jorge Martin\u2019s upward trajectory in the opening 2026 MotoGP rounds means the only remaining step is a grand prix victory.<\/p>\n<p>The Aprilia rider has cast last year\u2019s misery into the shadows with a rising score of 18, 27 and finally 32 points from the three rounds so far.<\/p>\n<p>That includes his first Aprilia podiums in Brazil, then a maiden RS-GP Sprint win in Texas.<\/p>\n<p>The 2024 world champion arrives for his home Spanish round just four points behind team-mate Marco Bezzecchi, who has been victorious in every GP but made mistakes in two of the Sprints.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor sure, it&#8217;s been a nice start of the season, but I feel I&#8217;m not ready yet to win a grand prix,\u201d Martin said at Jerez on Thursday. \u201cLet&#8217;s see. If I have the chance, for sure I will go for it.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cBut I&#8217;m just happy to be here. One year ago, I was watching from Qatar with my phone [in hospital]. So I&#8217;m really happy already to be here and able to compete.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMy target is to compete at my 100%, and let&#8217;s see what that brings us.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-1c26488dc2f883a56901fb976c237703f637192ae2a1ac8bc6044bf0e0c612e1\">  Marco Bezzecchi faces &#8220;new beginning&#8221; as he warns of &#8220;tough&#8221; Jerez MotoGP   Debut date confirmed for first test of Aprilia&#8217;s 2027 MotoGP bike <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Martin\u2019s Qatar injuries &#8211; eleven broken ribs and a collapsed lung &#8211; followed previous hand and ankle fractures in pre-season accidents.<\/p>\n<p>Then came a contract dispute with Aprilia, which saw Martin eventually forced to back down from a threat to leave after just one season, before yet more injuries at Motegi.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI don&#8217;t regret anything about my past. I just try to learn and to grow a bit more every time,\u201d Martin reflected.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-d097c46cc4dc24044070dcfbb6c6e77b9644f6d210fe01bf4d227fd5e9a64d21\">  Why Marc Marquez doubts Jerez MotoGP pecking order claims   Podcast: MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix preview <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cLast season was really tough, but also for sure it made me to be the person that I am today.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSo I&#8217;m happy about everything that happened to me because now I feel stronger and a better man.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor sure, the victory in Austin and the [first] sprint podium in Brazil were amazing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNow it&#8217;s difficult to make another step because it&#8217;s just to win on Sunday.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut I&#8217;m already happy with what happened this season, so let&#8217;s see what we can do from here.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cThe important thing is to be present and try to enjoy the moment.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Spotting a highlights reel showing his Austin Sprint win, Martin &#8211; who fell while celebrating on the slow-down lap &#8211; quipped:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHopefully I crash again on Saturday because of a victory wheelie!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Martin, who didn\u2019t finish higher than fourth place in-between last year\u2019s injuries, has felt much more comfortable from his first ride on the 2026 Aprilia.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI feel the Aprilia is like &#8216;my bike&#8217; now,\u201d he said. \u201cThat was the same as I was feeling in 2024 [when he won the title at Pramac Ducati].<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cI changed a lot of small things on my style to adapt to this bike because it&#8217;s a completely different bike.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut also Aprilia, I think with the changes they did during the winter, as soon as I tried the bike in Thailand, I was feeling good. Everything was coming easier.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI need to try some parts that I still don&#8217;t have on my bike because I need time to get to know them. So, for sure, Monday [at the Jerez test] will be important for me to improve.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut I feel really good with my package, and I don&#8217;t really want to touch a lot.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info--2\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal--2\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>In this article<\/h2>\n<div>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Jorge Martin<\/div>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Aprilia Racing<\/div>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Aprilia<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-next-prev\">\n<div class=\"next-prev-pager contextual-region\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item prev\">\n<h3>  Previous<\/h3>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\"> Alex Rins confirms Yamaha MotoGP departure: \u201cIt\u2019s made me feel pretty bad\u201d<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2025-08\/gng_1249657_hires.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2025-08\/gng_1249657_hires.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2025-08\/gng_1249657_hires.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2025-08\/gng_1249657_hires.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2025-08\/gng_1249657_hires.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2025-08\/gng_1249657_hires.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2025-08\/gng_1249657_hires.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2025-08\/gng_1249657_hires.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2025-08\/gng_1249657_hires.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"item next\">\n<h3> Next <\/h3>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\"> Debut date confirmed for first test of Aprilia&#8217;s 2027 MotoGP bike<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1289094_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1289094_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1289094_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1289094_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1289094_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1289094_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1289094_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1289094_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1289094_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-author-block block block-configurable-views-block\">\n<div class=\"author-view grid-view js-view-dom-id-3bec5818740eada6220403d47e999630e10f86f3f895f0ff04f7cb4da506e986\">\n<div class=\"card user default\">\n<div class=\"image\"> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/pictures\/picture-72168-1654791772.png?height=270&amp;format=webp 270w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/pictures\/picture-72168-1654791772.png?height=180&amp;format=webp 180w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/pictures\/picture-72168-1654791772.png?height=90&amp;format=webp 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"info\">\n<div class=\"header\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"name\">Peter McLaren<\/div>\n<div class=\"role\">MotoGP Editor<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"desc\">\n<p>Peter has been in the paddock for 20 years and has seen Valentino Rossi come and go. 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If I have the chance, for sure I will go for it.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cBut I&#8217;m just happy to be here. One year ago, I was watching from Qatar with my phone [in hospital]. So I&#8217;m really happy already to be here and able to compete.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMy target is to compete at my 100%, and let&#8217;s see what that brings us.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-1c26488dc2f883a56901fb976c237703f637192ae2a1ac8bc6044bf0e0c612e1\">  Marco Bezzecchi faces &#8220;new beginning&#8221; as he warns of &#8220;tough&#8221; Jerez MotoGP   Debut date confirmed for first test of Aprilia&#8217;s 2027 MotoGP bike <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Martin\u2019s Qatar injuries &#8211; eleven broken ribs and a collapsed lung &#8211; followed previous hand and ankle fractures in pre-season accidents.<\/p>\n<p>Then came a contract dispute with Aprilia, which saw Martin eventually forced to back down from a threat to leave after just one season, before yet more injuries at Motegi.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI don&#8217;t regret anything about my past. I just try to learn and to grow a bit more every time,\u201d Martin reflected.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-d097c46cc4dc24044070dcfbb6c6e77b9644f6d210fe01bf4d227fd5e9a64d21\">  Why Marc Marquez doubts Jerez MotoGP pecking order claims   Podcast: MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix preview <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cLast season was really tough, but also for sure it made me to be the person that I am today.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSo I&#8217;m happy about everything that happened to me because now I feel stronger and a better man.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor sure, the victory in Austin and the [first] sprint podium in Brazil were amazing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNow it&#8217;s difficult to make another step because it&#8217;s just to win on Sunday.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut I&#8217;m already happy with what happened this season, so let&#8217;s see what we can do from here.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cThe important thing is to be present and try to enjoy the moment.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Spotting a highlights reel showing his Austin Sprint win, Martin &#8211; who fell while celebrating on the slow-down lap &#8211; quipped:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHopefully I crash again on Saturday because of a victory wheelie!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Martin, who didn\u2019t finish higher than fourth place in-between last year\u2019s injuries, has felt much more comfortable from his first ride on the 2026 Aprilia.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI feel the Aprilia is like &#8216;my bike&#8217; now,\u201d he said. \u201cThat was the same as I was feeling in 2024 [when he won the title at Pramac Ducati].<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cI changed a lot of small things on my style to adapt to this bike because it&#8217;s a completely different bike.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut also Aprilia, I think with the changes they did during the winter, as soon as I tried the bike in Thailand, I was feeling good. Everything was coming easier.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI need to try some parts that I still don&#8217;t have on my bike because I need time to get to know them. So, for sure, Monday [at the Jerez test] will be important for me to improve.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut I feel really good with my package, and I don&#8217;t really want to touch a lot.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info--2\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal--2\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>Jorge Martin\u2019s upward trajectory in the opening 2026 MotoGP rounds means the only remaining step is a grand prix victory.<\/p>\n<p>The Aprilia rider has cast last year\u2019s misery into the shadows with a rising score of 18, 27 and finally 32 points from the three rounds so far.<\/p>\n<p>That includes his first Aprilia podiums in Brazil, then a maiden RS-GP Sprint win in Texas.<\/p>\n<p>The 2024 world champion arrives for his home Spanish round just four points behind team-mate Marco Bezzecchi, who has been victorious in every GP but made mistakes in two of the Sprints.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor sure, it&#8217;s been a nice start of the season, but I feel I&#8217;m not ready yet to win a grand prix,\u201d Martin said at Jerez on Thursday. \u201cLet&#8217;s see. If I have the chance, for sure I will go for it.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cBut I&#8217;m just happy to be here. One year ago, I was watching from Qatar with my phone [in hospital]. So I&#8217;m really happy already to be here and able to compete.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMy target is to compete at my 100%, and let&#8217;s see what that brings us.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-1c26488dc2f883a56901fb976c237703f637192ae2a1ac8bc6044bf0e0c612e1\">  Marco Bezzecchi faces &#8220;new beginning&#8221; as he warns of &#8220;tough&#8221; Jerez MotoGP   Debut date confirmed for first test of Aprilia&#8217;s 2027 MotoGP bike <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Martin\u2019s Qatar injuries &#8211; eleven broken ribs and a collapsed lung &#8211; followed previous hand and ankle fractures in pre-season accidents.<\/p>\n<p>Then came a contract dispute with Aprilia, which saw Martin eventually forced to back down from a threat to leave after just one season, before yet more injuries at Motegi.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI don&#8217;t regret anything about my past. I just try to learn and to grow a bit more every time,\u201d Martin reflected.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-d097c46cc4dc24044070dcfbb6c6e77b9644f6d210fe01bf4d227fd5e9a64d21\">  Why Marc Marquez doubts Jerez MotoGP pecking order claims   Podcast: MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix preview <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cLast season was really tough, but also for sure it made me to be the person that I am today.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cSo I&#8217;m happy about everything that happened to me because now I feel stronger and a better man.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFor sure, the victory in Austin and the [first] sprint podium in Brazil were amazing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNow it&#8217;s difficult to make another step because it&#8217;s just to win on Sunday.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut I&#8217;m already happy with what happened this season, so let&#8217;s see what we can do from here.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cThe important thing is to be present and try to enjoy the moment.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Spotting a highlights reel showing his Austin Sprint win, Martin &#8211; who fell while celebrating on the slow-down lap &#8211; quipped:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHopefully I crash again on Saturday because of a victory wheelie!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Martin, who didn\u2019t finish higher than fourth place in-between last year\u2019s injuries, has felt much more comfortable from his first ride on the 2026 Aprilia.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI feel the Aprilia is like &#8216;my bike&#8217; now,\u201d he said. \u201cThat was the same as I was feeling in 2024 [when he won the title at Pramac Ducati].<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cI changed a lot of small things on my style to adapt to this bike because it&#8217;s a completely different bike.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut also Aprilia, I think with the changes they did during the winter, as soon as I tried the bike in Thailand, I was feeling good. Everything was coming easier.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI need to try some parts that I still don&#8217;t have on my bike because I need time to get to know them. So, for sure, Monday [at the Jerez test] will be important for me to improve.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut I feel really good with my package, and I don&#8217;t really want to touch a lot.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info--2\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal--2\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;http:\/\/crash.net\/motogp\/news\/1093323\/1\/jorge-martin-i-dont-regret-anything-about-my-motogp-past&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305959_hires_1600x900.jpg?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;] Jorge Martin: \u201cI don&#8217;t regret anything about my MotoGP past\u201d Jorge Martin says last year\u2019s MotoGP injuries and Aprilia contract dispute have made him \u201cstronger and a better man\u201d. 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