Jorge Martin believes Aprilia has the pace to fight Ducati at the Brazil MotoGP round even if the challenge looks tougher on paper. The Spaniard said his team is only one step behind the championship benchmark and remains confident about staying in the podium fight at Goiania.
Aprilia arrives in Brazil with momentum after winning recent grands prix including the season opener. The RS GP package has shown strong corner speed and tyre management. Martin feels the bike allows him to push consistently over race distance. The progress has helped Aprilia close the gap to Ducati in several performance areas.
Brazil still presents a different test. Long straights and heavy braking zones traditionally favour Ducati power and acceleration. Martin admitted this could make overtaking more difficult. He expects race strategy and qualifying position to play a decisive role in the outcome.
The 2024 world champion continues to adapt to Aprilia after switching manufacturers. Early results have boosted his confidence and strengthened belief inside the team. Martin emphasised that small improvements in engine performance and stability could allow Aprilia to match Ducati more regularly.
Aprilia also benefits from strong support within its rider line up. Consistent results from both factory bikes have increased pressure on Ducati in the championship battle. Martin believes maintaining this momentum remains crucial as the season enters a demanding run of races.
The Brazil weekend offers another opportunity to measure Aprilia’s true level. Martin remains realistic about the challenge but insists the gap to Ducati is not significant. A clean qualifying session and strong start could put Aprilia in position to fight for victory once again.
