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Fabio Quartararo crashes in Mandalika gravel traps during practice

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 11:16 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Fabio Quartararo crashes in Mandalika gravel traps during practice

Summary

Fabio Quartararo crashed into a gravel trap during practice for the Indonesian Grand Prix at Mandalika on October 7, sustaining an injury. The gravel traps have faced criticism previously, particularly after Marc Marquez's crash at the same venue last year. Concerns about the safety of the track's gravel traps have resurfaced following the incident with Quartararo. Reactions to the situation may prompt further discussion on track safety protocols ahead of the upcoming events.

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Status Watch

•Fabio Quartararo lost control and crashed during practice on October 7.
•The gravel traps have been criticized since last year’s races.
•Quartararo's crash has renewed focus on Mandalika’s safety features.
•Marc Marquez previously crashed in the same area, raising concerns.

Latest Updates

11:16 AMMotorsport.com — Mandalika gravel traps under fire again after Fabio Quartararo tumble: "They have to do something"

What they're saying

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Mandalika's gravel traps have once again become a talking point after Fabio Quartararo injured himself crashing into one during practice for the Indonesian Grand Prix on Friday. The 'step' between the asphalt run-off areas and the subsequent gravel traps came in for heavy criticism at this venue a year ago, in the wake of Marc Marquez's crash during the grand prix. Read ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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