Recent MotoGP world champion Jorge Martin could be sidelined for three months after his violent crash at the Qatar Grand Prix. The Aprilia rider, who crashed and collided with Fabio Di Giannantonio, suffered a pneumothorax and 11 fractured ribs, according to medical reports. Hospitalized in Doha, his return to Spain is not expected for several weeks, and his return to the track could take even longer.
Pneumothorax (right lung affected) with chest drainage is in progress. The tube bothers him a lot, but his condition would improve slightly ", confides a source close to his team to MotorsportThere are also 11 rib fractures, making movement extremely difficult. Taking the plane will be complicated, not before two or three weeks", his relatives specify.
A paddock doctor, accustomed to treating this type of injury, is categorical: "three months of absence minimum, whatever his condition." An opinion shared by Marc Marquez, who warned Martin against a hasty recovery: " My only career regret is coming back too early in 2020. " recalled the official Ducati.
Jorge Martin has three serious injuries in 65 days
Before Qatar, Martin had thanked Marquez for his advice on patience. I owe him for reminding me that health comes first." he had declared. A speech which resonates cruelly today, while the champion has suffered three injuries in 65 days.
To Martin, the goal now is a complete recovery, without rushing. His return is not expected before July, at best. For Aprilia, the brand loses its leader in the middle of the battle for the title. His temporary replacement will have the difficult task of limiting the damage.
The evolution of his condition is expected in the coming weeks, according to the official announcement of a return schedule. In the meantime, the paddock is holding its breath.
