Fermin Aldeguer undergoes successful surgery on fractured hand
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 5:05 AM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Fermin Aldeguer, rider for Gresini Racing, had successful surgery on his right hand following a fracture sustained during the Indonesian Grand Prix. The injury occurred on Lap 2 when he slid off his bike. Doctors repaired the fracture at the base of the first metacarpal in an operation in Barcelona. Aldeguer confirmed he is "OK" via social media. His participation in the upcoming Australian Grand Prix is uncertain as Gresini Racing has not provided a recovery timeline.
- •Aldeguer crashed on Lap 2 of the Indonesian GP, breaking his hand.
- •Surgery repaired the fracture with screws, and Aldeguer confirmed he is recovering.
- •Gresini Racing has not announced a recovery timeline.
- •Aldeguer's participation in the Australian GP is unclear.
- •This season marks Aldeguer's third significant injury.
- 5:05 AMYahoo Sports — Fermin Aldeguer Undergoes Surgery, Status For Australian GP Unclear
"Gresini rider fractured metacarpal bone at Indonesian Grand Prix Fermin Aldeguer has undergone successful surgery on his right hand, but whether the Gresini rider makes the grid for next weekend's Australian Grand Prix remains unconfirmed. [cuttext][/cuttext] The break at the base of his first metacarpal was repaired with screws during an operation in Barcelona. The #54 rider updated fans on social media to confirm the procedure went well and that he is "OK," The injury came on Lap 2 of the Indo
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