The 2025 Aprilia All Stars at Misano was a resounding success, combining spectacle, emotion, and strategy, despite contractual tensions with Jorge Martin. Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola made no secret of his enthusiasm. However, the presence of Martin, who has recently decided to leave Aprilia at the end of 2025, aroused mixed feelings.
The Aprilia weekend in Misano had its share of surprises, including the unexpected appearance of George Martin, spectacular fall of Massimo rivola and an electric atmosphere surrounding the future of the world champion. Misano, All Stars, families, children, sun and… Jorge MartinThe cocktail was explosive, but not only on the track. For Massimo Rivola, boss ofaprilia-racingThe weekend in Misano was an emotional rollercoaster. From excitement to anxiety, from pride to uncertainty, it all happened.
« It was a great advertisement for Aprilia, on the one hand, because even a MotoGP rider sees an Aprilia and can't resist “, he confided to GP One referring to George Martin ... " On the other hand, it made me anxious, because Jorge is still far from being in perfect shape »
Massimo Rivola: “ To understand an injured pilot, you have to get injured yourself. »
Martin, despite his injuries, could not resist the call of the asphalt. But Rivola emphasizes that he knew how to play subtly. He went on track with the RS660, then moved to the RSV4 with some customers, to coach during the Pro Experience, a very enjoyable event. Finally, I was happy " he admits, relieved that everything went off without any major hitches.
The All Stars event, in full light after the victory of Bezzecchi at Silverstone, drew the crowd. I see a lot of families with children and I would say that's perfect, because we are talking about the fans of tomorrow, as well as the Aprilia customers of tomorrow. » rejoiced Rivola.
But it wasn't all festivities: Rivola, also tempted by the track, fell with his RSV4. I had a bad fall…I underestimated the fact that he doesn't use an electric blanket, I put too much gas " he confides, smiling despite a broken finger and a few bruises. To understand an injured pilot, you have to be injured yourself. " he says with a hint of irony.
And on the hot topic George Martin ? Rivola remains cautious but lucid. I don't see this as a turning point. I think what happened is part of a series of thingsI have a very clear idea and I will continue to develop it. »
One thing is certain: even in a contractual limbo, passion enters Aprilia and her fans, she, does not waver. Being with all these fans, seeing them come, feeling their affection... It definitely changes the tone of the conversations. I'm always optimistic. "Concludes Rivola.
