The cancellation of Sunday’s MotoGP race at Phillip Island did not automatically turn the title picture in Jorge Martin’s favour. Rain-reduced visibility forced the organisers to call off the event, leaving Marc Marquez with a 10-point advantage after Saturday’s sprint.

Martin was already set to miss the race after fracturing his wrist in a crash. Following additional medical checks, he is aiming to return at next week’s Malaysian Grand Prix and will travel to Sepang to assess his fitness. Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola, however, considers it very difficult for the rider to be fit enough to race.

The calendar remains uncertain

Rivola does not see the Phillip Island cancellation as a straightforward benefit for Martin. Its effect depends on whether the rider can return in suitable physical condition. He also stressed that teams race when the organiser judges the conditions safe; they cannot independently choose to withdraw from the event.

The championship schedule adds another layer of uncertainty. Rivola’s current assessment is that four races remain, but the Qatar Grand Prix scheduled after Malaysia is still not certain to take place. He also highlighted Martin’s sprint performance, saying the rider had shown the level and pace needed to have a chance of winning. Rivola added that Aprilia will keep fighting until the championship is over.