MotoGP introduces four safety measures after Catalan Grand Prix incidents
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated May 29, 2026
In response to serious accidents at the Catalan Grand Prix, MotoGP has proposed four new safety solutions. Riders Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco sustained injuries during the event due to crashes linked to technical issues and dangerous conditions on the track. The crashes prompted immediate discussions regarding safety protocols within the league. The proposed measures seek to prevent similar incidents in future races.
- •Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco were injured in separate crashes.
- •Marquez crashed after Pedro Acosta faced a technical issue.
- •Zarco's leg was trapped during a restart with Pecco Bagnaia.
- •MotoGP is taking proactive steps to improve safety.
- •The four proposed safety solutions will be evaluated for implementation.
- 12:03 PMAutosport — MotoGP proposes four safety solutions following Barcelona drama
- 12:00 PMMotorsport.com — MotoGP proposes four safety solutions following Barcelona drama
"MotoGP is taking action following the two major crashes at the Catalan Grand Prix, in which Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco were injured. The first crash, in which Marquez was unable to avoid Pedro Acosta after the KTM rider experienced a technical issue, and the second, which occurred at the second restart when Zarco's leg became trapped between the wheel and the exhaust of Pecco Bagnaia’s ...Keep reading
"MotoGP is taking action following the two major crashes at the Catalan Grand Prix, in which Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco were injured. The first crash, in which Marquez was unable to avoid Pedro Acosta after the KTM rider experienced a technical issue, and the second, which occurred at the second restart when Zarco's leg became trapped between the wheel and the exhaust of Pecco Bagnaia’s ...Keep reading
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External links- AutosportMay 29, 2026, 12:03 PMMotoGP proposes four safety solutions following Barcelona drama
MotoGP is taking action following the two major crashes at the Catalan Grand Prix, in which Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco were injured. The first crash, in which Marquez was unable to avoid Pedro Acosta after the KTM rider experienced a technical issue, and the second, which occurred at the second restart when Zarco's leg became trapped between the wheel and the exhaust of Pecco Bagnaia’s ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comMay 29, 2026, 12:00 PMMotoGP proposes four safety solutions following Barcelona drama
MotoGP is taking action following the two major crashes at the Catalan Grand Prix, in which Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco were injured. The first crash, in which Marquez was unable to avoid Pedro Acosta after the KTM rider experienced a technical issue, and the second, which occurred at the second restart when Zarco's leg became trapped between the wheel and the exhaust of Pecco Bagnaia’s ...Keep reading
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