Jorge Martin out of Australian MotoGP with fracture

Jorge Martin will be unable to compete in the upcoming Australian MotoGP after suffering a fractured arm, casting doubt on his chances of winning the world championship title. The Spanish Aprilia rider crashed at high-speed during Saturday's sprint race while attempting to overtake Marc Marquez for the lead on lap eight, causing him to slide through the gravel.

Following the collision, Martin was taken to the circuit medical center, where it was determined he had suffered a fracture in his radius and a suspected fracture of the ulna at the distal end, near the wrist. Aprilia officials declared him unfit to race on Sunday, leading to his withdrawal from the event. A statement from the team revealed that Martin would undergo additional examinations to determine the full extent of his injury.

This setback significantly impacts Martin's chances of success, as Ducati's Marquez now leads the standings by 10 points heading into the final leg of the MotoGP season in Phillip Island. The race's fate remains uncertain due to poor visibility at the track, which has hindered the final warm-up session. With four races remaining on the calendar, the Malaysian MotoGP is scheduled for the following weekend.