Francesco Bagnaia out of Qatar Grand Prix with fractures in right foot
Two-time MotoGP world champion Francesco Bagnaia has picked up two fractures in his right foot following his frightening accident during the Qatar Grand Prix sprint race on Saturday. The injury will prevent him from taking part in Sunday's Qatar GP at the very least, with the remainder of the season in doubt as the possibility of surgery is assessed. Bagnaia was pitched high into the ... Keep…
Two-time MotoGP world champion Francesco Bagnaia sustained fractures in his right foot after a dangerous accident during the Qatar Grand Prix sprint race on Saturday. The incident occurred when Gresini Ducati rider Fermin Aldeguer lost control under brakes and collided with Bagnaia, propelling him into the air. This accident led to a red flag and forced the cancellation of the race, resulting in Bagnaia's early exit from the event.
MotoGP medical director Dr. Angel Charte performed initial examinations on Bagnaia, revealing the fractures affecting the fourth and fifth metatarsals in his right foot. The rider will be transferred to Doha Hospital for further tests to determine if surgery is necessary. With just two race weekends remaining on the MotoGP schedule following the Qatar GP, the possibility of surgery and subsequent recovery could impact Bagnaia's remaining season, which will see him racing for Aprilia in 2026.
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