Jorge Martin cleared to ride at Sepang, Sky Sport reports

Jorge Martin will ride his Aprilia in the opening practice session of the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang on Friday at 3:45 AM Italian time after receiving medical clearance from MotoGP doctors, Sky Sport reported. Less than a week after fracturing his right radius during the Sprint race at Phillip Island, the Spanish rider faces an immediate post-FP1 medical re-evaluation to determine if he can continue his race weekend.

Martin Relies on Painkillers to Ride

Martin acknowledged the physical toll of his quick turnaround while speaking to Sky Sport, stating that he can move his wrist enough to ride but must rely on painkillers. Esserci già qualcosa di grande, vediamo quanto sarò limitato said Martin, noting that being present is already a significant feat. ANSA reported that Martin sits just 10 points behind championship leader Marc Marquez with four rounds remaining in the season.

Rival Reactions to the Sepang Return

Marc Marquez addressed media members during the official pre-event press conference, expressing no surprise at his rival’s early return. ANSA reported Marquez’s stance that if race medical protocols cleared Martin, the Aprilia rider is genuinely ready to compete. Marco Bezzecchi also weighed in during the press briefing, noting that fellow riders would take identical risks in a tight title fight while acknowledging his own 50-point deficit in the standings. Both competitors expect Martin to show immediate speed once the visor goes down on Friday morning.

The Post-FP1 Decision Window

Martin will complete the initial session before submitting to a mandatory physical review by circuit medical officers. That secondary assessment will dictate whether the Aprilia rider attempts the remainder of the grand prix weekend or yields to further recovery time.

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