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Alex Marquez’s scar is on show as he plots MotoGP return from injury
Alex Marquez has begun his MotoGP comeback journey following successful surgery on a hand injury sustained during the Dutch MotoGP weekend. After tangling with Pedro Acosta and crashing at Assen, Marquez underwent immediate surgery and has shared positive updates on his recovery process on social media. His return to racing remains uncertain, with the next round at the German MotoGP scheduled in a week-and-a-half. The physically demanding nature of the Sachsenring track adds complexity to his potential comeback. Despite currently standing second in the MotoGP standings, trailing his brother Marc, Alex Marquez’s impressive performance this season has garnered praise for outpacing Pecco Bagnaia on older machinery.