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Fabio Quartararo “had goosebumps” passing Alex Marquez MotoGP crash scene
Fabio Quartararo from Yamaha expressed how challenging it was to restart the MotoGP Catalan Grand Prix after witnessing Alex Marquez’s crash. Marquez collided with Pedro Acosta due to an electrical issue, resulting in serious injuries for Marquez. Despite successful surgery, Marquez had multiple fractures and was set to leave the hospital on Monday. Quartararo mentioned the emotional difficulty of restarting the race and extended well wishes for the injured riders’ quick recovery. Yamaha did not make significant progress with the bike during the race, leading Quartararo to feel uncertain about improvements. The restarts and challenges faced during the race raised questions about whether the 2026 Catalan MotoGP should have been restarted.
