Jorge Martin to Miss Thailand GP After Injury

MotoGP champion Jorge Martin will miss the season-opening Thai Grand Prix due to a new injury sustained while training. Martin fractured his left hand, adding to previous injuries from a crash during pre-season testing in Sepang, Malaysia. He is scheduled for surgery at the Dexeus Clinic in Barcelona to stabilize the fractures. Aprilia Racing confirmed that test rider Lorenzo Savadori will replace Martin for the race in Thailand. Martin, who recently signed with Aprilia after winning the 2024 title with Pramac Ducati, faces a challenging 2025 season start as he adapts to the new RS-GP bike. His absence marks the first time a reigning champion has not started the following season since 1984.