Tech3 has confirmed that Maverick Vinales will not participate in the Indonesian MotoGP event at Mandalika after qualifying. The Spanish rider withdrew due to ongoing issues with his left shoulder, which remains painful following a dislocation and fracture suffered earlier in the season.
Vinales posted the slowest time among the 10 riders in the Q1 qualifying session, trailing Somkiat Chantra by 0.333 seconds and Fabio Di Giannantonio, who led the session, by 1.3 seconds. Following qualifying, the Tech3 team announced his full withdrawal, meaning he will skip both the Sprint and the grand prix races scheduled in Indonesia.
Reasons Behind Vinales’ Decision to Rest
The 30-year-old Spaniard had been uncertain about continuing in Mandalika after Friday’s practice, due to discomfort in his left shoulder. This injury stems from a crash that occurred during the German MotoGP in July, leaving his shoulder dislocated and fractured. Despite attempts to race through the pain, Vinales indicated that managing the injury was becoming increasingly difficult, as it affected his ability to feel the bike fully.
Maverick Vinales will withdraw from the Indonesian Grand Prix,
Tech3 stated on social media.
It has been decided with the team that Maverick will focus on his left shoulder recovery.
We will talk with the team [to understand] what is the best to do, if to stop and come back when I’m fully fit or to keep going like this,
Vinales explained on Friday.
So, we must be very smart and see what is the best way to recover fast.
Future Outlook and Return Timeline Still Uncertain
The timing of Vinales’ return to competition remains unclear. This is his second withdrawal from a race weekend since the injury sustained in Germany, heightening concerns about the impact on his season. The next event on the MotoGP calendar is the World Championship round in Australia, set for October 17–19, but whether Vinales will be ready to compete there has yet to be determined.
This absence underscores the physical toll MotoGP riders face and the importance of prioritizing recovery to ensure competitiveness and safety in forthcoming races.
