Just days after the final Grand Prix of the season, newly crowned MotoGP champion Jorge Martin opened up about the challenges and self-doubt he faced on his journey to the top.
But this success wasn’t just about pure speed. From a revamped mindset to psychological work, here’s what transformed the rider into a legend.
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Martin rebuilding his mindset
At the start of the year, Jorge Martin wasn’t the confident rider we know today. Following a 2023 season marked by costly mistakes, like his crash in Indonesia, he doubted his ability to secure a title. “I lived with the fear of never becoming a champion,” he admitted. However, thanks to his sports psychologist, Xero Gasol, he learned to stop letting stress dictate his performance. This mental shift was a turning point: focusing on the present, free from the weight of past failures. The results spoke for themselves—a 2024 season with 16 podiums and a consistency that his main rivals, like Bagnaia, couldn’t match. A mental performance worthy of the greatest champions led Martin straight to the title. Good job, Jorge.
Learning from every mistake
Martin’s journey is a masterclass in learning through failure. His philosophy is simple: don’t fear making mistakes, but use them to learn and improve on the track. This was especially evident after the summer break. While Bagnaia crumbled under pressure, Martin returned stronger, leveraging his experiences to avoid repeating past errors. This change in mentality was clear in his race performances—calculated starts, precise overtakes, and impeccable tire management. In MotoGP, where every second counts, his resilience and composure made all the difference.
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The weight of a title with a satellite team
Winning a title with a satellite team like Pramac is an achievement in itself, especially as no one had done it in the sport’s history, apart from lower categories in the early 2000s. But doing so while battling against a factory team like Ducati is nothing short of historic. Martin became the first rider of the MotoGP era to accomplish this feat. It’s not just a personal victory—it’s a game-changer for satellite teams, often seen as underdogs. Imagine a Haas F1 Team or Williams Racing driver winning the F1 championship this year… Martin proved that limits are meant to be broken and that success isn’t just about the machine but also the rider and their mindset. His victory gives hope to smaller teams, who might now dare to dream of championship glory.
This article explore Jorge Martin’s inspiring journey to get the World Champion title, from his doubts at the start of the season to his triumph with Pramac. Through mental strength, learning from failures, and an exceptional season, he redefined what’s possible in MotoGP. A reminder that even in motorsports, it’s as much about the mind as it is about living every moment on the track.
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