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Marc Marquez defends Marco Bezzecchi after collarbone injury at Sachsenring

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Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Marc Marquez defends Marco Bezzecchi after collarbone injury at Sachsenring

Summary

Marco Bezzecchi suffered a fractured collarbone during qualifying for the German Grand Prix at Sachsenring on July 12, forcing him to withdraw from the event. The incident occurred just minutes into Q2, after Bezzecchi had recorded the third-fastest time. Marc Marquez spoke against online criticism aimed at Bezzecchi, emphasizing the need for improved rider safety and wishing him a speedy recovery. Bezzecchi's injury comes on the heels of his suspension for an altercation at the Czech Grand Prix, further complicating his championship aspirations.

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Status Watch

•Marco Bezzecchi crashed at Turn 7, four minutes into Q2.
•Marquez urges fans to stop criticizing Bezzecchi after his injury.
•Medical checks confirm Bezzecchi suffered a fractured collarbone.
•The crash adds to Bezzecchi's struggles following a previous incident at the Dutch Grand Prix.
•Alex Marquez comments on physical limitations' impact on performance.

Latest Updates

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What they're saying

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Marc Marquez has defended Marco Bezzecchi from online hate after the Aprilia rider suffered a fracture to his collarbone during the German Grand Prix qualifying. Bezzecchi was forced to withdraw from Sachsenring midway through the weekend following a nasty highside on Saturday afternoon, dealing another blow to his title hopes in MotoGP this year. The injury followed just weeks after the ...Keep reading
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Marc Marqez has given his thoughts on Marco Bezzecchi's crash, urging fans and journalists alike to take a more mature approach rather than making moral judgements. During Q2 at the German Grand Prix at the Sachsenring, Bezzecchi crashed heavily on his second flying lap in a high-side which slammed him to the ground.
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