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Maverick Vinales will miss the Spanish MotoGP – planned replacement Pol Espargaro also injured.
Red Bull KTM Tech3 has faced setbacks with both Maverick Vinales and intended replacement Pol Espargaro being sidelined due to injuries.
Vinales had to undergo surgery in Europe after a ‘displaced screw’ from a previous injury was discovered, forcing him to miss the Spanish MotoGP.
Despite the extended break, Vinales opted to focus on a full recovery before returning to the track, aiming for the French MotoGP in mid-May.
In Espargaro’s absence, Tech3 decided to compete with just one rider, Enea Bastianini, for the Jerez round of the MotoGP championship.
Both KTM and Tech3 emphasized the importance of prioritizing the riders’ health and well-being in making these challenging decisions.
