Alex Marquez undergoes surgery on his right shoulder and begins recovery at home

Alex Marquez has announced he will miss the upcoming Qatar Grand Prix to undergo surgery. Motorsport.com revealed this news earlier this week. Marquez then confirmed the decision in a press conference following his third-place finish at the Malaysian Grand Prix. The surgery, set to take place in Madrid on Monday, is necessary due to the aftermath of his significant crash during the Catalan Grand Prix in May.

The younger Marquez hopes to return to action for the Portuguese Grand Prix at Portimao in three weeks. Despite criticism from some riders who oppose the Qatar Grand Prix, Marquez attributed his decision primarily to the demanding schedule of three consecutive races in Qatar. He explained that he is suffering from ongoing issues with his right shoulder, which includes a plate in his collarbone and significant inflammation.

Marquez stated that he needs to remove the plate and address the excessive fluid in his shoulder. He emphasized that his current pain management with painkillers is no longer sufficient, and the surgery is necessary to ensure a proper recovery before the final two races of the season.