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Jorge Martin is on his way to hospital for checks after a crash in testing at Barcelona on Monday
Jorge Martin was involved in several crashes during the Catalunya MotoGP test, resulting in a visit to the hospital for checks, despite no visible fractures being reported by Aprilia. His struggles at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya led to a challenging week, including crashes in FP1 and Practice sessions.
The Spanish rider revealed thoughts of a past tragic incident when he crashed at Turn 12, and later faced multiple falls during qualifying and race sessions, impacting his performance and chances at a podium finish. Despite a recent double victory at Le Mans, Martin’s crash count in Barcelona reached six after a post-race testing accident on Monday.
Reports indicated that Martin was taken to the medical center after a crash during Monday’s testing session, prompting further evaluation at a hospital in Barcelona. His injuries come in the context of a history of setbacks, including missed races due to previous injuries and surgery last winter.
Injuries from crashes also affected other riders, with Alex Marquez undergoing successful surgery following a crash with Pedro Acosta, while updates on Johann Zarco’s condition were awaited after his incident at Turn 1. This series of setbacks underscores the physical toll and risks faced by MotoGP riders in the competitive and demanding sport.
