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Jorge Martin, Guintoli Says He 'Finally' Looks Like a True Title Contender

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2026 MotoGP points leader Jorge Martin overcame a rear wing deployment issue at Silverstone to still finish second, scoring 32 of a possible 37 points. Former WSBK champion Sylvain Guintoli said it was 'the first time I truly saw him as a world champion,' with Martin now 31 points clear of Bezzecchi and 40 clear of Marquez.

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Sergio Higuchi

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Sergio HiguchiRacing · MotoGP Commentary

Holding onto second with a rear wing malfunction, that's exactly where the real ones separate from the rest. From corner entry to exit, a rider's true level shows most when the bike isn't at its best. Guintoli figuring this out only now feels late, honestly.