Marc Marquez, the renowned MotoGP racer, has made the difficult decision to step back from the Dutch MotoGP 2023. Marquez, also known as “Baby Alien,” has been declared unfit to start at Assen due to a broken rib.
The news of Marquez’s withdrawal was announced on the official MotoGP website. The 30-year-old racer suffered the rib injury during a crash at the Assen Circuit on Saturday, June 24, 2023. The incident occurred when Marquez collided with Enea Bastianini. Additionally, Marquez was knocked out during the 2023 Dutch MotoGP Q1.
Despite his injury, Marquez still participated in the Dutch MotoGP sprint race and finished in 17th place. However, his qualifying results also placed him in 17th position.
A statement released by the MotoGP website stated, “Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team) has been declared unfit for Sunday’s Dutch MotoGP race in Assen due to a rib fracture.” The statement further explained that Marquez had injured his ankle, left big toe, and ribs during a crash in the German MotoGP, which was his fifth Grand Prix. Unfortunately, Marquez’s rib injury worsened, leading to his withdrawal from the remainder of the Dutch MotoGP.
The statement concluded with hopes for Marquez’s full recovery, stating, “Hopefully, we can all see Marquez fully fit again for the British MotoGP, which kicks off in August.”
Fans and fellow racers will eagerly await Marquez’s return to the track and wish him a speedy recovery. In the meantime, Marquez’s absence from the Dutch MotoGP will undoubtedly leave a void in the competition.
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How has Marquez’s absence affected the competition at the Dutch MotoGP
Breaking: Marc Marquez, the legendary MotoGP racer affectionately known as “Baby Alien,” has made a tough call and will not be participating in the Dutch MotoGP 2023. The official MotoGP website recently confirmed the news, citing Marquez’s broken rib as the reason for his withdrawal.
This unfortunate turn of events occurred during a crash at the Assen Circuit on June 24, 2023. Marquez collided with Enea Bastianini, resulting in a broken rib. To make matters worse, Marquez was also knocked out during the 2023 Dutch MotoGP Q1.
Despite his injury, Marquez showcased his determination by still participating in the Dutch MotoGP sprint race, where he finished in 17th place. However, his qualifying results already placed him in the 17th position prior to the race.
According to the MotoGP website, an official statement was released which stated, “Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda Team) has been declared unfit for Sunday’s Dutch MotoGP race in Assen due to a rib fracture.” The statement went on to explain that Marquez had previously injured his ankle, left big toe, and ribs in a crash during the German MotoGP, which happened to be his fifth Grand Prix. Unfortunately, his rib injury worsened, leading to his withdrawal from the rest of the Dutch MotoGP.
The statement concluded with a hopeful message for Marquez’s recovery, stating, “Hopefully, we can all see Marquez fully fit again for the British MotoGP, which kicks off in August.”
Fans and fellow racers alike will eagerly await Marquez’s return to the track and wish him a speedy recovery. Meanwhile, his absence will undoubtedly leave a void in the competition at the Dutch MotoGP.
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Oh no, this is disappointing news for Marc Marquez and his fans. Wishing him a speedy recovery and hoping to see him back on track soon. #GetWellSoon