Alex Marquez’s recovery after Assen crash is now underway after the MotoGP rider suffered a violent fall at the Dutch circuit. Marquez, representing the Gresini team, has offered reassurance to his fans following a successful surgery on his injured hand in Madrid, expressing optimism about his road to recovery.
The incident occurred during the Dutch Grand Prix weekend on June 29, 2025, when a collision with Pedro Acosta at turn 5 left the Spanish rider with a fracture to the second metacarpal in his left hand. Soon after the operation at the Ruber Internacional Quirón hospital, Marquez shared an update, stating,
First assessment, a very positive operation!! We have started rehabilitation. Excellent news from my first post-operative assessment. Recovery begins.
—Alex Marquez, Gresini MotoGP Rider
The Gresini Racing team released a statement indicating that more examinations are scheduled over the next few days. Their plan includes a private test ahead of the German Grand Prix at Sachsenring, set for July 11-13, to evaluate Marquez’s fitness for a competitive return.
Support and Expectations from MotoGP Figures
Alex Marquez’s absence comes at a critical stage of the season, with the Spaniard noted for nine second-place Sprint finishes and a landmark win at Silverstone. His performance this year has been recognized by MotoGP personalities like Jorge Lorenzo, marking him as a serious title contender despite trailing Marc Marquez by 68 points.
Carlo Pernat, a notable figure in the MotoGP paddock, offered his perspective by stating,
It’s a shame for Alex, who was in a decisive moment against his brother Marc at Assen. He tried to overtake him in the Sprint, but this collision, without fault, deprives him of a podium. He will race at Sachsenring, maybe not at 100%, but he will be there.
—Carlo Pernat, MotoGP Commentator
Insights from Duralavita observed that the unpredictability of Pedro Acosta’s riding contributed to the accident, disrupting Marquez’s momentum after an impressive Sprint result. While the crash led to some debate regarding Alex’s racing style, Marc Marquez came to his brother’s defense. The example of Raul Fernandez, who made a swift comeback from a comparable hand injury, provides hope for Alex’s own rehabilitation and return to peak form.
Sachsenring Set to Be a Crucial Test in Marquez’s Recovery
The upcoming race at Sachsenring is anticipated to be an important benchmark for the Gresini rider’s fitness and future prospects in the championship. Marc Marquez’s dominance at this circuit adds extra intrigue to Alex’s potential comeback and the ongoing story of sibling rivalry. If Alex Marquez can recover in time and regain competitive speed, he could contend for a top-five finish and keep his title ambitions alive.
MotoGP fans, the Gresini Racing team, and the paddock are all closely monitoring Alex Marquez’s rehabilitation and the outcome of his planned private test. The next updates from medical assessments will ultimately decide if the determined Spaniard returns for the German Grand Prix, as he and his supporters hope.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Why did Rossi not like Marquez?
A. Rossi, who now drives for BMW, said, “Marquez was so much better that he spent the whole race fighting against me.”
“He made me lose, and then he also ended up winning,” Rossi explained.
“If you look at the race times, it shows what he did. It is not just a guess that he was riding slowly for a long time.”
Q. Is Rossi or Marquez better?
A. Rossi has won a total of nine world championships, with seven of those in the highest class. Marquez has eight titles and six in the top class.
Rossi finished first in 89 MotoGP races, while Marquez has 59 wins. However, Marquez’s win rate is higher at 33 percent, compared to Rossi’s 27 percent.
There is also the influence of Ducati to consider.
