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Riders hospitalised after high-speed MotoGP crashes

Riders hospitalised after high-speed MotoGP crashes

Summary

Two MotoGP riders, Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco, were taken to hospital after high-speed crashes during the Catalonia race in Barcelona. The race was stopped twice due to these accidents and was eventually won by Fabio di Giannantonio.

Key Facts

  • Alex Marquez crashed into the back of Pedro Acosta’s bike after Acosta's bike lost power.
  • Marquez was conscious when taken to hospital but did not restart the race.
  • Johann Zarco crashed after the restart and was also hospitalized for tests on his left leg.
  • Fabio di Giannantonio, an Italian rider, won the race despite being hit by debris in one crash.
  • The race was red-flagged (stopped) twice because of the crashes.
  • Marc Marquez, Alex’s brother and the reigning champion, missed this race due to a foot injury.
  • The accidents happened at the MotoGP event held in Catalonia, Barcelona.
  • Teams and riders expressed concern for safety after the crashes.
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