Jorge Martin passes Sepang MotoGP medical check
MotoGP title contender Jorge Martin has been cleared by medical staff to participate in the Malaysian Grand Prix practice sessions. Martin is recovering from a wrist fracture sustained during a crash at the Australian Grand Prix.
Why it matters
The championship battle between Martin and Marc Marquez remains tight, and Martin's physical condition will significantly impact the outcome of the final rounds.
Medical verdicts announced for injured title contender Jorge Martin and fellow Aprilia rider Raul Fernandez ahead of the Malaysian MotoGP.
Injured Jorge Martin cleared to ride at Sepang (c) Gold and Goose Prefer Crash.Net on Google See our stories more often Add MotoGP title contender Jorge Martin has been given the green light to return to action in Friday practice at Sepang.
The factory Aprilia star fractured his right wrist when he crashed during a thrilling Sprint battle with title rival Marc Marquez at Phillip Island last Saturday.
The injury also ruled Martin out of Sunday's planned Australian Grand Prix.
However, the race was subsequently cancelled due to poor visibility preventing use of the medical helicopter, meaning the gap to Marquez remains at just ten points with four rounds (and 148 points) to go.
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