MotoGP Malaysia GP: Jorge Martin cleared for FP1 after wrist fracture
Synopsis
Jorge Martin, the 2024 MotoGP champion, has been cleared for Free Practice 1 at the Malaysian Grand Prix despite a wrist fracture from his Australian Sprint crash — but he will be reassessed after the session. With just 10 points separating him from Marc Marquez and the title race reaching a climax, every lap at Sepang counts.
Key Takeaways
Jorge Martin cleared to ride in Free Practice 1 at the Malaysian Grand Prix on 31 October 2025 after a medical check.
Martin suffered a non-displaced fracture of the distal radius in his right wrist during the Australian GP Sprint .
The MotoGP medical team will reassess Martin after FP1 before further sessions are approved.
Raul Fernandez was also declared fit to participate in FP1 after missing Australia with a broken finger.
Martin trails by 10 points after Marc Marquez's Sprint win in Australia; the Sunday race was cancelled due to weather.
Aprilia team manager Paolo Bonora confirmed surgery is not expected, keeping Martin's title bid intact.
Aprilia's Jorge Martin has been cleared to participate in Free Practice 1 (FP1) at the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit on Friday, 31 October 2025, after passing a medical examination, MotoGP confirmed on Thursday. The 2024 MotoGP World Champion had been nursing a non-displaced fracture of the distal radius in his right wrist, sustained during the Australian Grand Prix Sprint crash, casting serious doubt over his participation in Malaysia.
Martin Passes Medical Check
Martin was put through a medical review by the MotoGP medical team on Thursday and was formally given the go-ahead to feature in the Friday morning practice session. He will be assessed again by the medical panel after FP1 before any further participation is confirmed. 'It's not over until it's over,' Martin said upon receiving clearance.
Fellow Aprilia rider Raul Fernandez was also declared fit to compete in FP1, having missed the Australian Grand Prix entirely due to a broken finger. Both riders returning to the garage gives Aprilia a significant boost heading into the Sepang round.
How the Championship Stands
Martin's injury came at a critical juncture in the title battle. His crash in the Australian GP Sprint on Saturday left him sidelined for the scheduled Sunday race — though that race was ultimately cancelled due to poor weather conditions and inadequate visibility, a development that provided Martin with significant championship relief.
Following Marc Marquez's win in the Sprint and Martin's absence, the Spaniard fell 10 points behind in the standings. Had the Sunday race proceeded and Marquez accumulated further points, that gap could have widened considerably. The cancellation effectively contained the damage, keeping Martin's title defence alive heading into Malaysia.
Aprilia Team Manager's Assessment
Speaking before the Malaysian weekend, Aprilia team manager Paolo Bonora had expressed measured optimism about Martin's fitness. 'Jorge was in attack mode yesterday, very good to see. Many overtakes. He also showed that he has a very good race pace,' Bonora said. He added that Martin appeared to be in a positive mental state: 'The crash was huge, but we are happy because now he's in a good situation.'
Crucially, Bonora confirmed that surgery on the wrist was not deemed necessary at the time. 'At the moment, it seems that it's not necessary to have surgery. So that's positive news. It's necessary only to wait to understand how the situation will evolve,' he said, adding that seeing Martin in good spirits was an encouraging sign for the team.
What Comes Next
Martin's condition will continue to be monitored on a session-by-session basis through the Malaysian Grand Prix weekend. His ability to compete in qualifying and the race itself will depend on the post-FP1 medical review. With the championship battle at a decisive stage, every point at Sepang will carry enormous weight — for Martin, Marquez, and the title race as a whole.
Point of View
And Martin's team has clearly worked hard to ensure he arrives in Malaysia as a contender, not a spectator. The session-by-session review protocol, however, is a reminder that the wrist remains fragile — one heavy braking zone or a minor wobble could tip the balance. Aprilia and Martin are threading a needle: compete enough to stay in contention, recover enough not to make the injury permanent.
NationPress
29 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Has Jorge Martin been cleared to race at the 2025 Malaysian Grand Prix?
Martin has been cleared to take part in Free Practice 1 at Sepang on Friday. His participation beyond that session will be decided by the MotoGP medical team following a post-FP1 review.
What injury did Jorge Martin suffer at the Australian Grand Prix?
Martin sustained a non-displaced fracture of the distal radius in his right wrist during the Australian GP Sprint crash. Surgery was not considered necessary, according to Aprilia team manager Paolo Bonora.
How does Martin's injury affect the 2025 MotoGP championship standings?
Martin fell 10 points behind Marc Marquez following the Australian Sprint. However, the Sunday race in Australia was cancelled due to weather, which prevented Marquez from extending the gap further and kept Martin's title defence alive.
Who else was declared fit for Free Practice 1 at the Malaysian GP?
Aprilia's Raul Fernandez was also cleared for FP1 after he had been ruled out of the entire Australian Grand Prix due to a broken finger.
What did Aprilia's team manager say about Martin's recovery?
Paolo Bonora said Martin was in 'a quite good mood' and in 'attack mode' during a recent session, adding that the absence of a need for surgery was 'positive news'. He confirmed the team would work toward getting Martin back on track but that the final call rests with the medical team.
