Jorge Martin, the reigning MotoGP World Champion, will miss the first two rounds of the 2025 season due to injuries sustained in preseason training. He underwent surgery after crashing twice, leading to his replacement by test rider Lorenzo Savadori in the upcoming races.
Defending MotoGP World Champion Jorge Martin has been ruled out of the opening two rounds of the 2025 season due to injuries sustained during preseason training. The announcement was made by Massimo Rivola, CEO of Aprilia Racing, who emphasized the importance of ensuring Martin’s recovery before his return to competition.
Martin suffered significant injuries following a crash on the first day of testing in Sepang, affecting both his left foot and right hand. Shortly before traveling to Buriram, he sustained another accident while training on a supermotard, which resulted in further damage to his left hand. Following the incidents, he underwent surgery on February 25th.
In Martin’s absence, Lorenzo Savadori, the team’s test rider, will compete in the upcoming race in Buriram. Commenting on the situation, Rivola stated, “For sure he won’t be in Argentina. And then we will see. We want to have him in very good shape. I don’t want to rush his recovery.”
In summary, Jorge Martin will miss the first two rounds of the 2025 MotoGP season due to injuries from multiple training accidents. His recovery is prioritized, with Lorenzo Savadori stepping in as his replacement for the opening races. Aprilia Racing remains committed to ensuring Martin returns to full fitness before competing again.
Original Source: www.roadracingworld.com
