Jorge Martin Injured Again, Out Of Thailand Race

Jorge Martin has been confirmed out of the Thailand MotoGP due to a serious hand injury sustained during training. He will undergo surgery in Barcelona, with Lorenzo Savadori taking his place for the race. Martin previously suffered injuries during Sepang testing, complicating his preparation for the new season.

Jorge Martin, the reigning MotoGP World Champion, has suffered a hand injury that will prevent him from participating in the opening races of the season in Thailand. According to various European media, Martin sustained a complex fracture of the radius and carpal bones in his left hand during a training session. Furthermore, he has also suffered an ipsilateral calcaneal fracture, prompting Aprilia Racing to replace him with test rider Lorenzo Savadori for the Thailand Grand Prix.

Martin had previously sustained fractures to his right hand and left foot during the initial day of testing at Sepang. Despite his injuries, the team was optimistic about his potential to compete at the Chang International Circuit for the season opener. However, following his latest injury, the decision was made to have him undergo surgery in Barcelona to address the fractures in his left hand.

As announced by Aprilia and corroborated by MotoGP, Martin is scheduled to have surgery on Tuesday in Barcelona, after which recovery timelines will be established. Aprilia Racing’s statement clarified that the surgery aims to stabilize the fractures of the radius and left scaphoid. This unfortunate incident means Martin will miss the Grand Prix of Thailand, and Lorenzo Savadori will take his place during the race.

In conclusion, Jorge Martin’s hand injury has resulted in his withdrawal from the Grand Prix of Thailand, where Lorenzo Savadori will step in as his replacement. The reigning World Champion’s condition will be evaluated post-surgery, with recovery times pending. This incident follows previous injuries sustained by Martin during preseason testing, emphasizing the challenges faced in preparation for the MotoGP season.

Original Source: www.roadracingworld.com