MotoGP Star Jorge Martin Ruled Out of 2025 Official Sepang Test
SEPANG, Feb 5 (Bernama) — Reigning world champion, Jorge Martin, has been ruled out of the 2025 Official Sepang Test following a horrific crash on the first day at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) here, today.
Crash Details
According to a post on X by @MotoGP, Martin, the Aprilia Racing rider, was transported to a hospital in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, for further checks immediately after the accident. He has been diagnosed with a right-hand fracture and fractures in his left foot.
"He will stay in the hospital overnight and tomorrow he will fly back to Europe to undergo surgery on both of his right hand and left foot," it said.
Rider’s Reaction
Meanwhile, the 27-year-old rider took to his Instagram post to express his disappointment at missing out on a strong start to the new season.
"Not the best start of the 2025 season. But martinator always come back stronger," he said.
Incident Details
The unfortunate incident saw Martin thrown from his new Aprilia RS-GP bike at Turn 2, spinning in mid-air before landing hard on the tarmac. Earlier in the session, Martin had also been involved in a crash at Turn 1 while his best time of the day was two minute and 01.321 seconds (s) on the fifth lap.
Timesheet Leader
The former 2021 world champion, Fabio Quartararo, led the way on the first day timesheet, setting the fastest timing of 1:57.555s. The three-day winter test will resume tomorrow and run until Friday.
Aprilia Racing’s Statement
In the meantime, Aprilia Racing chief executive officer Massimo Rivola told reporters that based on the data, Martin did not commit any mistake and the bike including the tyre was absolutely fine.
"A bad crash for apparently no reason, with no mistake from his side and no mistake on the bike side. Tyres were in the right temperature and right pressure," he said.
Rivola also believed that his rider will be fit to race for the season opener at the Chang International Circuit in Thailand from Feb 28 to March 2.
"We saw Jorge and many other riders doing miracles. So why not waiting for him in Thailand?," he said.
Conclusion
Jorge Martin’s crash has dealt a significant blow to his preparations for the new season, but it is hoped that he will make a full recovery and be back to his best in time for the season opener.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened to Jorge Martin during the 2025 Official Sepang Test?
A: Martin crashed his Aprilia RS-GP bike at Turn 2, suffering a right-hand fracture and fractures in his left foot.
Q: Will Martin be fit to race for the season opener?
A: According to Aprilia Racing’s chief executive officer, Massimo Rivola, Martin is expected to be fit to race for the season opener at the Chang International Circuit in Thailand from Feb 28 to March 2.
Q: What was Martin’s best time of the day?
A: Martin’s best time of the day was two minute and 01.321 seconds (s) on the fifth lap.
Q: Who led the way on the first day timesheet?
A: Fabio Quartararo, the former 2021 world champion, led the way on the first day timesheet, setting the fastest timing of 1:57.555s.