In a terrifying turn of events during the Qatar Grand Prix, MotoGP world champion Jorge Martin has suffered a horrific crash that has left him with 11 broken ribs and a collapsed lung.
The crash was witnessed by many, including Martin’s girlfriend, Maria Monfort Matutes, who watched in horror as the scene unfolded.
The Crash and Its Aftermath
Martin, who was racing fiercely in the Grand Prix, lost control of his bike and began to fall.
Fabio Di Giannantonio, trailing closely behind, had no way of avoiding Martin as his front wheel collided with the back of the world champion’s bike.
The force of the collision sent Martin sliding several meters across the asphalt before he finally came to a halt, clearly in agonizing pain.
The severity of the crash was immediately evident, with medics rushing to the scene at the Lusail track.
The impact was so severe that a drain had to be inserted into Martin’s chest to remove air and relieve the pressure on his lungs.
Maria Monfort’s Terrifying Moment
Perhaps even more distressing was the fact that Martin’s girlfriend, Maria Monfort Matutes, was watching from the paddock as the accident occurred.
The couple has already been through the emotional rollercoaster of Martin’s previous injuries, and this latest incident has only added to the strain.
Despite the extent of his injuries, including the collapsed lung and multiple broken ribs, it was a relief to learn that Martin had not suffered any brain, cervical spine, or abdominal organ damage.
This news came as a comfort to both Martin’s supporters and his loved ones.
Jorge Martin’s Message to His Fans
In the wake of the accident, the 27-year-old champion took to Instagram to thank his fans for their support.
He expressed gratitude that the crash wasn’t worse, stating, “I thank God because what happened to me could have been much worse. I’ll try to keep you informed.”
It’s a testament to Martin’s resilience that he remains focused on recovering and reassuring his followers despite such a harrowing incident.
Di Giannantonio’s Heartfelt Reaction
Fabio Di Giannantonio, who was directly involved in the crash, spoke about the terrifying experience.
He described how Martin’s bike fell right in front of him as he attempted to overtake.
At over 200 km/h (125 mph), Di Giannantonio had no time to react, and he collided with Martin.
“I had no chance to avoid him; so I touched him. I was thinking about him the whole time because I was very worried,” Di Giannantonio said, visibly shaken.
“I had goosebumps because that was the worst scene of my life.”
Uncertainty Over Martin’s Return
As Martin remains in the hospital for observation, it is unclear when he will be well enough to return to racing.
With the extent of his injuries, it seems unlikely that he will be able to compete in the upcoming Jerez Grand Prix scheduled for April 25.
However, his recovery will be closely monitored, and fans are hoping for a swift and full recovery.