Jorge Martin’s 2025 MotoGP campaign took a severe hit after he sustained a displaced fracture to his right collarbone during the Japanese MotoGP Sprint race. The Spaniard collided with multiple riders early in the race, forcing him to withdraw and raising questions about his immediate future in the championship.
Early Race Crash and Immediate Medical Response
Starting 17th on the grid, Martin attempted an aggressive inside move at Turn 1 but lost control of his Aprilia RS-GP, resulting in a crash that sent him and teammate Marco Bezzecchi off the track. Martin’s upper body struck Bezzecchi, ending both riders’ chances in the sprint event.
Both riders received assistance from marshals before walking away, though Martin was visibly clutching his shoulder in pain.
“Jorge Martin has undergone medical examinations at the circuit medical centre,”
an Aprilia statement reported.
X-rays confirmed the collarbone fracture, and medical staff arranged for Martin to be airlifted to the Dokkyo Medical University Hospital for further scans to evaluate the injury’s severity.
“The rider will be transferred by helicopter to the Dokkyo Medical University Hospital for a CT scan to make the best assessment of the situation.”
Due to the injury, Martin was immediately withdrawn from the Japanese Grand Prix, which followed the sprint race.
Previous Injuries and Impact on 2025 Season
This collarbone fracture adds to Martin’s ongoing injury woes in 2025, following fractures sustained during the Sepang pre-season test, a separate training accident, and another incident at the Qatar Grand Prix that caused him to miss ten of the first eleven rounds. Before arriving in Japan, Martin expressed optimism after completing five consecutive races and a test at Misano, aiming to surpass his best Aprilia RS-GP finish of fourth place.
Forecast for Recovery and Upcoming Races
Martin is expected to miss the upcoming Indonesian round due to his injury. However, medical professionals believe that if the collarbone is surgically stabilized with a plate and no complications arise, Martin might return to racing for the Phillip Island event next month. Meanwhile, the FIM Stewards will review Martin’s actions during the incident and could impose a penalty if they determine his riding was irresponsible.
Status of Marco Bezzecchi and Other Riders Involved
Marco Bezzecchi is undergoing medical evaluations related to an injury on his right leg sustained in the crash. The Italian rider, who recently won the Misano Sprint and finished second to Marc Marquez in the Grand Prix, now trails Bagnaia by 20 points in the fight for third place in the world championship standings.
“medical checks to his right leg”
Other riders involved in the Turn 1 collision included Alex Rins, Johann Zarco, and Jack Miller. Unlike Martin and Bezzecchi, these riders were able to continue their races despite the incident.
Implications for the Championship and Next Steps
Martin’s injury complicates Aprilia’s efforts in the 2025 season, removing their reigning champion from immediate competition and potentially affecting team standings. Bezzecchi’s injury also threatens Aprilia’s hopes in the riders’ championship battle. The outcome of the FIM Stewards’ review of Martin’s incident will be closely watched, as any penalties could impact his return and race strategies in the coming rounds.
