Alex Marquez withdraws from MotoGP Czech Grand Prix after qualifying

Alex Marquez has officially pulled out of the Czech Grand Prix after qualifying 14th on the grid. This decision follows a recent recovery from a serious crash at Barcelona a month prior. Although he reported feeling closer to race pace than expected, Marquez is prioritizing his health by not participating in the weekend races. The Gresini Ducati rider aims to continue his recovery before the next race at Assen next weekend, pending medical clearance. In other qualifying news, Toprak Razgatlioglu received a three-place penalty for Sunday’s race.

• 11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Alex Marquez pulls out of MotoGP Czech Grand Prix