Márquez injured following incident: "I didn't tell you anything, pilot with one and a half arms"

Marc Márquez expressed his distress after suffering another injury in MotoGP, declaring, "I didn't tell you anything. My body isn't functioning." This statement followed an accident during the sprint at Le Mans, which resulted in him not competing on Sunday and missing the upcoming GP in Barcelona. Márquez underwent surgery soon after returning to Madrid, which will keep him away from the championship as he embarks on another recovery process.

Márquez’s recent crash, though not as severe as his previous injuries—a broken humerus in Jerez in 2020 or diplopia diagnosed in 2022—still had significant repercussions. Ducati, his team, opted not to call a substitute rider for this race, as they were not obliged to do so.

Following the accident, Márquez traveled to the hospital where he faced the reality of his physical condition. With tears in his eyes, he conveyed to his team the challenges he was facing, including issues with a screw affecting a nerve in his arm. He explained, "I can't handle a motorcycle. That’s why I scheduled the operation for after Catalonia, pilot with one arm and a half." This screw was not from the latest operation but was previously installed. However, the crash caused by Marco Bezzecchi, who is now leading MotoGP, aggravated Márquez’s situation.

Márquez detailed that the injury impacted his dominant arm and described the troubling physical sensations it causes. "It’s the nerve that affects three fingers and my whole arm, taking away all my strength," he elaborated. Given the nature of MotoGP, this lack of strength can affect a rider’s performance in critical moments— where every millimeter is crucial.

Despite these setbacks, Márquez managed to achieve impressive lap times during qualifying, setting a record that surprised his teammate, Francesco Bagnaia. He recalled moments of frustration, indicating that while he wanted to push the limits, the physical challenges made it difficult.

Ducati’s CEO in their racing department, Gigi Dall'Igna, expressed support for Márquez, prioritizing his health over competition. "In situations like this, his magnificent talent shines through. But the physical aspect comes first," he stated.

Márquez concluded the interview explaining he did not want to draw attention to his injury initially because he wanted to remain calm and avoid questions. He left France with pain from the accident, underwent surgery, and is now preparing for a lengthy recovery before the upcoming races, acknowledging that there are still over 500 points available in the championship. "I just wanted to be at peace," he stated, reflecting on his decision not to disclose the full extent of his injury earlier.