World Championship leader Jorge Martin (Aprilia): IV treatment following gastrointestinal infection

Following the Indonesian Grand Prix, the MotoGP is currently enjoying a short break – before three race weekends in quick succession in Australia, Malaysia and Qatar. Some of the premier class’s leading riders travelled straight back to Europe after the scorching Mandalika event. Other MotoGP stars, however, are using the upcoming free weekend for an extended stay in Asia.

This includes championship leader Jorge Martin, who didn’t want to put himself through jet lag yet again ahead of the gruelling journey to the Australian Grand Prix. The Spaniard has stayed in Indonesia with his girlfriend Maria, where he is combining relaxation with training sessions. On Wednesday, the 28-year-old Aprilia rider caused a stir when he posted a photo of himself on social media with a drip, commenting succinctly that there were “problems”.

Jorge Martin musste ärztlich versorgt werden

Foto: Jorge Martin

What had happened? The Spaniard had come down with a gastrointestinal infection, a fact confirmed to SPEEDWEEK.com by Aprilia officials. As a result, the ‘Martinator’ received a visit from a doctor at his private flat on Wednesday evening, who administered an IV drip.

The fact is: Martin hardly ever takes it easy; even on his days off, he trains almost every day – whether on a road bike or at the gym. At Aprilia, there’s no intention of putting the brakes on the 2024 world champion. Martin has experience of close world championship battles; back in 2024, he laid the foundations for his victory in his duel with Pecco Bagnaia during the overseas rounds.

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