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Martin's Shock Return? Wet Weather Opens Phillip Island Door
25 Oct
Summary
- Jorge Martin was ruled unfit to race due to a fractured arm sustained in a sprint race crash.
- A former rider suggested wet conditions might allow Martin a surprise appearance.
- Rainfall is forecast for Sunday's Australian MotoGP, potentially impacting visibility and race conditions.
Jorge Martin has been declared unfit to race in the Australian MotoGP at Phillip Island due to a fractured arm. The Spanish rider sustained the injury during Saturday's sprint race while challenging for the lead. Initial assessments revealed fractures to his radius and a suspected fracture of his ulna near the wrist.
Despite the significant blow to his championship hopes, a former MotoGP rider has indicated that Martin's participation in Sunday's race is not entirely out of the question. If Martin's condition allows and the anticipated wet weather materializes, his team is reportedly preparing a bike. This presents a surprising possibility for a rider who was initially expected to return to Spain for surgery.
The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts significant rainfall for Sunday, with predictions of 15 to 35 millimetres. This weather outlook, combined with the uncertainty surrounding Martin's condition, leaves his potential appearance at the Phillip Island circuit as a developing story. Poor visibility has already caused the postponement of the MotoGP warm-up session.
