Jorge Martin, the MotoGP champion, will miss the Thailand GP after fracturing his left hand during training. He had been recovering from earlier injuries sustained in a crash at Sepang. An operation is scheduled, and Lorenzo Savadori will replace him for the race as recovery timelines are assessed.
Reigning MotoGP champion Jorge Martin has suffered a significant setback, as he will miss the Thailand Grand Prix due to a new injury. During a training session, Martin fractured his left hand, just days before the season opener in Buriram, forcing him to undergo surgery to stabilize the injuries.
Before this incident, Martin was recovering from multiple fractures sustained in a highside crash during pre-season testing at Sepang earlier this month. His prior injuries included fractures to his right hand and left foot, which required medical treatment and observations after a serious head injury.
On Monday morning, immediately before his planned travel to Thailand, Martin experienced the new injury. Aprilia Racing confirmed the seriousness of this fracture, detailing that it involved the radius and carpal bones, along with an ipsilateral calcaneal fracture of his left hand. Following a surgical evaluation, Martin is set to have an operation at the Dexeus Clinic in Barcelona.
Due to this injury, Martin is unable to compete in the Buriram race, with recovery timelines to be established post-surgery. Lorenzo Savadori has been chosen as his replacement for the Thailand GP. This injury marks another difficult chapter for Martin, who had recently signed a lucrative contract to lead Aprilia’s MotoGP program after a successful season with Pramac Ducati.
Martin had begun his preparations with limited testing on the Aprilia RS-GP, having only completed a handful of laps in earlier sessions. The latest injury disrupts his chances to start the season strong, extending his struggles during this challenging winter period. Aprilia aims to ensure Martin’s recovery, with hopes for a swift return to competition if conditions permit.
In summary, reigning MotoGP champion Jorge Martin will miss the Thailand GP due to a new injury, specifically a fracture in his left hand sustained during training. This comes on the heels of previous injuries from a crash during pre-season testing. His replacement, Lorenzo Savadori, is set to race in his absence as Martin undergoes surgery and begins his recovery process. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges Martin faces as he transitions to leading Aprilia’s MotoGP program.
Original Source: www.motorsport.com
