MotoGP Champion Jorge Martin Undergoes Successful Collarbone Surgery After Japan Crash

Jorge Martin, last year's MotoGP champion, has successfully undergone surgery for a displaced fracture of his right collarbone sustained during a crash in the Japanese Grand Prix sprint race. The 27-year-old Spaniard collided with his teammate Marco Bezzecchi, leading to Martin being ruled out of the subsequent race and undergoing surgery at Hospital Universitari Dexeus in Spain. Recovery time will be evaluated in the coming days, and as per regulations, he will not be replaced for the upcoming Indonesian Grand Prix. Martin has had a challenging 2025 season, missing ten races due to various injuries including a collapsed lung and bruised ribs, leaving him 20th in the riders' standings. Given his injury history and current position, there are doubts about his participation in the next rounds at Phillip Island and Sepang, with the possibility of a replacement rider if he misses more events. Additionally, Martin may face a penalty for causing the crash, with a hearing deferred until further discussions with him.