Jorge Martin Injured Again, Out Of Thailand Race

Jorge Martin has suffered multiple fractures, preventing him from racing in Thailand. He will undergo surgery on his left hand, with Lorenzo Savadori replacing him for the event. Initial hopes for his participation were dashed due to this new injury following earlier setbacks in Sepang.

Jorge Martin, the reigning MotoGP World Champion, has sustained injuries that will prevent him from participating in the season-opening race in Thailand. Reports from multiple European media outlets confirm that Martin suffered a complex fracture of the radius, carpal bones on the left side, and an ipsilateral calcaneal fracture during a training session prior to the race weekend. He is set to be replaced by Aprilia test rider Lorenzo Savadori for this event.

Previously, Martin endured fractures to his right hand and left foot during the initial day of pre-season testing in Sepang. The Aprilia Racing Team had hoped for his recovery in time for the opening race at Chang International Circuit, but this latest injury has sidelined him for the tournament. Martin, who achieved the 2024 champion title with Primac Racing Ducati, signed with Aprilia following Ducati’s decision to partner Marc Marquez with Francesco Bagnaia for the 2025 season.

In an official announcement, MotoGP confirmed that Martin is ruled out of the PT Grand Prix of Thailand due to the injury sustained in a training crash. Following his previous sidelining during pre-season testing because of the Sepang incident, Martin is expected to undergo surgery on his left hand this Tuesday in Barcelona, with recovery timelines to be evaluated post-operation.

April’s announcement indicated that Jorge Martin had suffered a complex fracture of the radius and several other fractures in his left hand. After consulting with surgical specialists, a decision was made to proceed with surgery to stabilize the fractures in his left radius and scaphoid. Lorenzo Savadori will take over Martin’s responsibilities in Thailand while he focuses on recovery.

In summary, Jorge Martin’s recent injuries have led to his withdrawal from the Thailand GP, marking another setback for the reigning World Champion. His complex fractures will require surgery and a period of recovery, during which Lorenzo Savadori will step in as his substitute. Aprilia Racing has confirmed these developments, which significantly impact the team’s dynamics going into the new season.

Original Source: www.roadracingworld.com