Jorge Martín claimed pole position for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on Saturday, setting a record lap in the process, according to Diario AS. The Spanish rider, who currently leads the MotoGP world championship, delivered what the outlet described as a standout qualifying performance.
Marc Márquez, who had been fastest in earlier sessions, will start from the second row after being shuffled down the grid, as reported by MARCA. The six-time MotoGP champion was unable to hold his provisional front-row spot when it mattered most in qualifying.
Martín's pole comes amid a strong showing from Aprilia riders across the grid, with Mundo Deportivo reporting that the manufacturer's contingent has put pressure on the Márquez brothers heading into Sunday's race. The full starting lineup for the British Grand Prix, published by Motorsport.com España, shows multiple Aprilia machines positioned near the front.
The qualifying result extends Martín's momentum in the championship standings. According to El Periódico, the pole was described as "stratospheric," underlining the pace advantage he found around the Silverstone circuit on Saturday afternoon.
Márquez's drop to the second row means he will need to fight through traffic in the opening laps if he hopes to challenge for a podium finish. His brother, Álex Márquez, also faces a tougher starting position based on the grid published by multiple outlets.
With the championship leader on pole and a cluster of Aprilia bikes lining up behind him, Sunday's race at Silverstone is set up for an intense battle through the fast, sweeping corners of the Northamptonshire circuit. The key question now is whether Martín can convert his record-setting qualifying pace into a race victory that would extend his lead in the standings.
