Marc Marquez to Miss Australian and Malaysian MotoGP Rounds After Shoulder Injury:

Marc Marquez, the newly crowned MotoGP World Champion, will miss the upcoming rounds in Australia and Malaysia following a serious shoulder injury sustained during the Indonesian Grand Prix. The incident occurred on Sunday when Aprilia rider Marco Bezzecchi collided with the rear of Marquez's Ducati, sending both riders crashing violently into the gravel. The crash was particularly concerning given Marquez’s visible pain and struggle after the fall. He was seen hunched over by the side of the track, clearly distressed, before eventually managing to stand and walk away, clutching his right shoulder — the same arm he severely injured in 2020 at the Spanish Grand Prix in Jerez. On Monday, Ducati issued a statement confirming the nature of Marquez's injury: a fracture at the base of the coracoid process and a ligament injury in his right shoulder. Fortunately, medical scans ruled out any connection with his previous injuries and confirmed that there was no significant bone displacement. However, the injury is serious enough to keep him out of action for the next two races. Marquez had only recently secured his seventh MotoGP title at the Japanese Grand Prix on September 28, making this injury a bittersweet moment in an otherwise triumphant season. The timing of the crash is particularly unfortunate, as it came just weeks after reaching one of the highest points in his career. In a personal statement, the Spanish rider shared his thoughts on the situation: “My goal is to be back before the end of the season, but without rushing things beyond the doctors’ recommendations,” said Marquez. “Both my personal and the team’s main goals have been achieved, so now the priority is to recover properly and return at 100%.” The team and fans alike are hopeful he will be fit to return for the final rounds of the season in Portugal (November 7-9) and Valencia (November 14-16). However, Marquez and his medical team are taking a cautious approach to ensure he doesn’t aggravate the injury, especially considering his history with shoulder issues. The crash serves as a stark reminder of the risks MotoGP riders face every time they get on their bikes. Despite the highs of championship wins, injuries can quickly change the course of a season — or even a career. Still, Marquez remains positive and focused on recovery, grateful that the injury wasn’t worse and appreciative of the support from his team and fans. As the MotoGP season heads toward its finale, all eyes will be on Marquez’s recovery. Whether he returns for the final two races or sits out the rest of the season, one thing is clear: Marc Marquez's fighting spirit remains as strong as ever.

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