Championship threat: Martin stretchered off after 230km/h Phillip Island crash
Jorge Martin was stretchered off after a high-speed crash at turn eight, putting his two-point lead at risk.
Jorge Martin came off his bike at over 230km/h at turn eight during the sprint race at Phillip Island and was stretchered off the track. The Ducati rider leads the championship by two points heading into Sunday's main race.
Marc Marquez seized pole position in qualifying after crashing early but rebuilding with a stunning final lap. Marquez finished 1.494 seconds clear of his brother Alex, the largest pole margin in seven years.
Martin's participation in Sunday's main race remains uncertain following the crash.
- over 230km/h
- Crash speed
- 2 points
- Championship lead
- 1.494 seconds
- Pole margin
- 7 years
- Largest pole margin in
Why it mattersMartin's potential absence changes the championship battle entirely in the final rounds of a tight title fight.
AustraliaThe MotoGP race continues Sunday at Phillip Island, which is holding its final race before the championship moves to Adelaide in 2027.
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