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Jorge Martin Breaks Collarbone in Motegi Sprint Crash With Team-Mate and Will Miss Japanese GP

Aprilia says the reigning champion will fly to Spain for collarbone surgery on Monday following CT assessment at Dokkyo Medical University Hospital.

Overview

  • Martin went down under braking at Turn 1 from 17th on the grid and his trajectory took out team-mate Marco Bezzecchi, ending both riders’ sprints.
  • X-rays at the circuit confirmed a displaced fracture of Martin’s right clavicle, and he was airlifted to Mibu for a CT scan; MotoGP’s Dr. Ángel Charte said he was conscious and stable.
  • Aprilia later confirmed Martin will travel Sunday to Barcelona for surgery at Dexeus Hospital with Dr. Xavier Mir, marking his fourth major injury of 2025.
  • Bezzecchi sustained a severe contusion to the right leg without fracture and will receive conservative treatment, according to the series’ medical staff.
  • Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola called the move a “serious misjudgement,” the team convened a brief meeting between the riders to clear the air, and an FIM Stewards hearing has been deferred until Martin can attend.