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Raul Fernandez says the shoulder injury he suffered last year is still affecting him
Trackhouse Aprilia MotoGP rider Raul Fernandez is still facing challenges due to a shoulder injury he suffered last November, despite his recent podium finish in Thailand.
The Spaniard had to withdraw from the 2025 Portuguese Grand Prix after crashing and partially dislocating his shoulder.
He returned for the Valencia Grand Prix the following week but was visibly uncomfortable at the Thai Grand Prix due to his lingering shoulder issues.
Fernandez admitted to tweaking his injured shoulder during a session and expressed that he still doesn’t feel completely recovered.
Although he secured a third-place finish in Thailand, he acknowledged that he is not at 100% physically and that his current goal is to consistently be a top-eight competitor rather than just aiming for podiums.
Despite narrowly missing out on a higher placement due to tire degradation, Fernandez remains focused on steadily improving his performance throughout the season.
