Fabio Quartararo was reported to be in good condition after visiting a hospital in Florence following a crash during the Italian MotoGP practice session. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon when Quartararo experienced a partial dislocation of his left shoulder early in the session.
Details of the Crash and Medical Assessment
The Monster Energy Yamaha rider crashed within the first 15 minutes of practice but was able to return to the track and complete the session with the fifth-fastest time. Despite the shoulder injury requiring it to be repositioned while he was in the gravel trap, Quartararo continued competing without apparent distress. Afterward, he underwent thorough medical examinations in Florence, which found no serious issues.
A statement from the Yamaha team confirmed the rider’s health status after the hospital visit.
“Following undergoing further medical checks in Florence, all of Fabio’s [Quartararo] test results are fine,”
the team wrote.
“He is all good and on his way back to the circuit, so good news!”
Practice Results and Competitors’ Performance
Alongside Quartararo, his Yamaha teammate Alex Rins secured a position in the top 10 by finishing seventh-fastest in the session at Mugello. KTM’s Maverick Vinales led the practice times, while Honda was the only manufacturer unable to place a rider within the top 10 on Friday afternoon.
Implications for the Weekend’s Racing
Quartararo’s ability to continue and maintain a strong pace despite the shoulder injury bodes well for his chances moving forward in the weekend’s MotoGP events. His quick recovery and positive medical reports ensure he remains a contender for Saturday’s qualifying session and the race ahead.
