The world of MotoGP was shaken by a dramatic event that overshadowed the 2025 season: Jorge Martín, the talented Spanish driver of Team Pramac Ducati, was the victim of a serious accident during the Thailand Grand Prix, held on April 20, 2025 Sharing six heartbreaking words with journalists: “He is more serious than you think.” These words, reported by Gazzetta.it and spread rapidly on X, fueled anxiety among the fans and thrown a shadow on the future of Martín, who was experiencing an extraordinary season in the race to the world title.
The accident occurred during the second lap of the race, when Martín, fighting for the second position with Pecco Bagnaia, lost control of his Ducati in curve 8, ending violently against the barriers. According to a crosedimoto.com report, the fall was caused by a technical problem with the front rubber, which suddenly sold a rare but devastating event on a high -speed circuit like Buriram. Martín was immediately transported to the medical center of the circuit, where the first exams revealed a fracture in the right leg and suspected back injuries. Transferred by helicopter to the Bangkok hospital, he was subjected to further investigations, but the official information on his conditions remains limited.
María, who follows Martín in every race, was seen to leave the hospital in tears, initially refusing to speak with the press. However, in front of the insistence of the reporters, he pronounced his six words, who have gone around the world. One post on X of April 21, 2025, shared by a motorcycling journalist.PT, described the scene: María, with a face marked by pain, asked for privacy for the pilot, adding that “Jorge is fighting, but is hard.” This has intensified the speculations, with some media, such as Insella.it, which suggest that spinal lesions could take months of rehabilitation, putting at risk not only the rest of the season, but also Martín’s career.
Before the accident, Martín was in great shape. With three wins and six podiums in the first ten races of 2025, as reported by MotoGP.com, he was second in the standings, only 15 points from Bagnaia. His ascent had been impressive: after years of sacrifices in Pramac, he was finally considered a favorite for the title, with a transition to the official Aprilia team scheduled for 2026. His aggression on the track, combined with growing tactical maturity, had made him a threat to veterans like Márquez and Bagnaia. However, the accident has questioned everything, leaving the fans to wonder if the “Martinator” will ever return to its level.
The reaction of the MotoGP community was solidarity. Bagnaia, who won the race, dedicated the podium to Martín, telling Sky Sport: “Jorge is a big one, he will return stronger.” Valentino Rossi, mentor of many drivers through the VR46 Academy, also expressed concern, writing on X: “Forza Jorge, we are with you.” In the meantime, Pramac Ducati has released a press release, reported by Fanpage.it, confirming that Martín is stable but under observation, without specifying a date for the return. Some experts, such as the Eurosport commentator Guido Meda, fear that back injuries can involve long -term complications, citing cases such as Wayne Rainey.
The accident also rekindled the debate on safety in MotoGP. On X, the fans criticized Buriram’s barriers, considered too rigid, and asked for investigations on the rubber failure. Michelin, official supplier, has announced an in -depth analysis, according to Motorsport.com. Meanwhile, María remained alongside Martín, updating the fans with a message on Instagram: “Thanks for your love, Jorge does not give up.” His strength has become a symbol of hope for the pilot supporters.
While Martín struggle in the hospital, the MotoGP circus is preparing for the next Grand Prix in Japan, but attention remains on Bangkok. María’s six words have transformed a season of triumphs into a moment of reflection, reminding everyone of the fragility even of the greatest champions. The road to Martín’s healing will be long, but his determination, like that of his girlfriend, suggests that the “Martinator” will not easily give up.
