Fernandez Injured Again, Faces Surgery and Recovery

Trackhouse MotoGP team boss Davide Brivio reported on Raul Fernandez’s recent crash at the Sepang circuit, describing the incident as “a little bit strange” given his calm demeanor before the fall. Fernandez sustained a fractured metacarpal bone in his left hand and a broken pinkie toe, necessitating a return to Barcelona for surgery. The team is optimistic about his recovery timeline, hoping he can be back in time for the Thailand race. Brivio noted Fernandez's history of quick recoveries from injuries, highlighting the racer’s determination.

This crash marks the second consecutive year that Fernandez will miss the Sepang Test due to injuries, putting him at a disadvantage as the new season approaches. After completing only 24 laps on the first day of testing, he has been ruled out of further participation in Sepang, and uncertainty surrounds his potential absence from the upcoming Thailand MotoGP Test scheduled for February 12-13. Meanwhile, rookie rider Ai Ogura's testing program will proceed as planned, providing some continuity for the team despite Fernandez's setbacks. Updates on Fernandez's condition and recovery timeline will be shared as information becomes available.