Jorge Martin is preparing for a difficult return at the Malaysian Grand Prix as he attempts to race just days after suffering a fractured radius in his right arm during the Australian Grand Prix.
The Aprilia rider has received provisional medical clearance to participate in Friday's opening practice session at the Sepang International Circuit. However, his condition remains a concern, with further medical assessments required after FP1 to determine whether he can continue for the rest of the weekend.
Martin admitted that riding with the injury would be extremely challenging, revealing that he is still unable to use his right hand for some basic tasks.
"It will be really difficult, it will be really painful," the Spaniard said, acknowledging the physical demands of returning so soon after the crash.
Sepang could prove particularly demanding for Martin, as the circuit requires considerable physical effort from riders throughout its long straights and technical corners. His injured right arm will also have to handle the throttle and front brake, making bike control an additional challenge.
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Despite the difficulties, Martin is focused on taking things one session at a time rather than thinking about the championship or the possibility of completing the entire race weekend.
"I just think about trying to ride. I don't think about the championship, I don't think about Sunday or Saturday," he explained.
Martin's injury came after a high-speed crash during the sprint race at Phillip Island, where he had been battling with Marc Marquez. Following the incident, Marquez suggested that Martin had been pushing beyond the limits of his bike before the crash.
However, the Aprilia rider disagreed with that assessment, pointing instead to instability with his motorcycle during the race.
"My bike was shaking a lot during the race. I don't feel I was overriding," Martin explained.
The incident has added further pressure to an already closely contested championship battle, with Martin now trailing Marquez by 10 points in the standings.
While his return could be important to his title hopes, Martin's immediate priority is to assess how his injured arm responds to riding at Sepang. Whether he can compete beyond Friday's opening practice will depend on his physical condition and the medical team's evaluation.
