Enea Bastianini, the Italian MotoGP competitor, faces serious doubts about his participation in the upcoming Sachsenring round due to a severe fever that has confined him to bed in the days leading up to the race. After showing steady improvement with a ninth-place finish at Assen, the 27-year-old rider was hopeful about building momentum in Germany but now must focus on recovery ahead of possibly skipping the German Grand Prix and targeting the next race in the Czech Republic.
Bastianini’s Current Condition and Championship Standing
Since parting ways with former manager Carlo Pernat, Bastianini has been under the guidance of Enrico Zanarini from MSM Management. Despite his determination not to waste valuable track time on the KTM RC16, the fever has raised concerns about his ability to race safely. Currently, Bastianini is fifteenth in the championship standings with 42 points, trailing Maverick Vinales by 27 points and leader Pedro Acosta by 56 points.
Potential Impact on Bastianini’s Season and KTM Program
As the Sachsenring event approaches, fans, paddock insiders, and reporters remain attentive to updates about Bastianini’s health, prioritizing his recovery over immediate speed performance. If his fever subsides quickly, he may still arrive in time to participate in practice sessions; however, a cautious withdrawal could protect his long-term well-being and the development trajectory of the KTM RC16 project. Decisions around his involvement will weigh heavily on balancing short-term gains with sustained progress in his rookie season.
