Why COTA could be the turning point for Jorge Martin

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27. 03. 2026 13:50 CET
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Why COTA could be the turning point for Jorge Martin

Eliška Ryšánková

Eliška Ryšánková

News.GP journalist who’s all about the thrilling worlds of MotoGP and Formula 1.

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Jorge Martin believes that a good performance at the difficult Circuit of the Americas will show he can compete at any track this season. The Spanish rider is feeling more confident as he continues to improve with Aprilia Racing.

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Spanish rider Jorge Martin believes that the next race in America will be very important for him and his team. The race takes place at the Circuit of the Americas, often called COTA. It is one of the hardest tracks in MotoGP.

Martin says that if he can be fast and strong at this track, then he can be fast anywhere in the world. This is because COTA is very long, very bumpy, and physically demanding for riders. It tests everything, speed, balance, and fitness.

The 2026 season has started quite well for Martin. He has already had good results, including a podium finish. After a difficult period with injuries, he is now getting back to his best level.

He is riding for Aprilia Racing, and the team is becoming stronger this year. In fact, Aprilia recently had a very good race in Brazil, where they finished first and second. This shows that they can fight with top teams like Ducati Lenovo Team.

Even so, Martin knows that COTA will be a big challenge. The track is famous for its difficult corners and long distance. Riders often feel very tired after racing there. Because of this, it is a perfect place to understand how competitive a rider really is.

Martin is realistic but confident. He knows he is not yet perfect, but he feels he is improving step by step. He also believes that his bike still has more potential. If everything works well in America, it will be a strong sign for the rest of the season.

The MotoGP championship in 2026 is very competitive. Many riders and teams are fighting for wins, and small differences can decide the results.

For Martin, the goal is simple. He wants to keep improving, stay consistent, and fight at the front. If he can succeed at COTA, he believes it will prove that he can be competitive on any track in the world.

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Eliška Ryšánková

Eliška is a journalism student at Palacký University. She specializes in sports journalism, focusing on the worlds of MotoGP and Formula 1. Her goal is to make motorsport content relatable, engaging, and easy to follow.

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