Bastianini Set To Miss Indian And Two Other Grand Prix Following Double Ankle & Wrist Fracture

1 years ago By Sports Desk

Enea Bastianini, he talented MotoGP rider is facing a challenging period in his career due to a double ankle and wrist fracture sustained during the Catalan Grand Prix. This unfortunate incident has forced him to miss several upcoming races, including the highly anticipated Indian Grand Prix.

The Accident

During the opening corner of the Catalan Grand Prix, Bastianini found himself involved in a crash, triggering a domino effect that affected multiple riders. While most escaped with minimal injuries, Bastianini was less fortunate. Medical assessments revealed that he suffered a non-displaced fracture of the medial malleolus of his left ankle and a sub-capital fracture of the second metacarpal of his left hand.

Surgery:

To facilitate his recovery process, Bastianini underwent surgery on his ankle and hand. This procedure aims to expedite his return to competitive racing. However, it comes with the unfortunate consequence of missing several important Grand Prix events.

Ducati’s Annoucement:

Ducati, Bastianini’s team, announced that he would not be participating in the San Marino, Indian, and Japanese Grand Prix races, which are scheduled for the coming weeks. Fans and fellow riders will undoubtedly miss his presence on the track during these events.

🏥 @bestia23 underwent surgery on his left ankle and left hand fractured in yesterday's crash at the #CatalanGP. The 2 surgeries, performed by Prof Catani and Tarallo at the Policlinico of Modena, were concluded successfully, and Enea will soonbegin the post-surgery recovery […] pic.twitter.com/56yFNFoJXg
— Ducati Corse (@ducaticorse) September 4, 2023

A Huge Setback

This setback is another challenge in what has already been a tumultuous 2023 season for Bastianini.

He missed the first five races of the year due to a shoulder injury sustained in the season-opening Portuguese Grand Prix. Since then, he has struggled to adapt to Ducati’s 2023 Premier Class bike.

Hoping To Comeback Soon

While Bastianini faces a period of recovery and rehabilitation, the MotoGP community wishes him a speedy recovery and eagerly anticipates his return to the grid, hopefully in time for the Indonesian Grand Prix in October.

In the competitive world of MotoGP, injuries are an unfortunate reality, but they also showcase the resilience and determination of riders like Enea Bastianini. His determination to overcome these setbacks and return stronger will undoubtedly be a source of inspiration for fans and aspiring riders alike.