Official: Jorge Martin out of Malaysia MotoGP
MotoGP rider Jorge Martin has withdrawn from the Malaysian Grand Prix due to a wrist injury sustained at the Australian Grand Prix. His absence significantly impacts the championship race, potentially allowing Marc Marquez to extend his lead.
Why it matters
The withdrawal alters the trajectory of the 2026 MotoGP world championship, highlighting the physical risks and competitive stakes of professional motorcycle racing.
Jorge Martin withdraws from this weekend’s Malaysian Grand Prix on Saturday morning.
Jorge Martin is out of the Malaysian MotoGP at Sepang (c) Gold and Goose Prefer Crash.Net on Google See our stories more often Add Aprilia has confirmed that Jorge Martin has withdrawn from this weekend's Malaysian MotoGP in another major blow to his title hopes.
The injured Spaniard sat out most of Friday afternoon to rest his broken wrist, then returned for Saturday's final practice.
However, after completing eight laps, Martin walked out of the garage before the end of the session and didn't return for Qualifying 1.
Then came the official announcement: "Jorge Martin will withdraw from the remainder of the Malaysian GP to continue his recovery from injury".
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