2025 Moto3 World Champion José Antonio Rueda has begun his recovery at the Dexeus Clinic in Barcelona, following major surgery performed on Monday by Dr. Xavier Mir. The operation brings to a close a nightmarish week for the young Spanish rider, who was seriously injured during the Malaysian Grand Prix.
The pilot Red Bull KTM Garlic suffered several fractures in the right hand, one open fracture of the thumbfractures of the third and fourth metacarpals, as well as a fracture at the base of the radius. mounting plates were put in place to stabilize the hand and promote optimal recovery.
During further examinations carried out in Barcelona, doctors also detected a small scapula fracturewhich will not require surgery and should heal naturally with rest.
The team KTM confirmed that " The operation went well. " and Wheel will soon be released from the hospital, before heading to Seville to continue his rehabilitation with his family.
« The goal is for it to be fully restored for the 2026 season. " the team said in a statement filled with emotion and relief.
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An accident'extreme violence'Same: Rueda suffered a cardiac arrest on the track
The tragedy occurred during the reconnaissance lap for the Moto3 race at Sepang, when Wheel collided with the Swiss Noah Dettwiler at turn 3. The impact was so violent that the young Spaniard suffered a cardiac arrest on the track.
The MotoGP rescue team and the circuit doctors then acted with exemplary efficiency, making it possible to resuscitate the rider in an emergency before his transfer to the hospital in Kuala Lumpur.
« The rapid intervention of the medical staff was crucial "Said the Dr. Angel Charter, medical coordinator of MotoGP.
In Kuala Lumpur, examinations ruled out any head or chest injuries, but revealed multiple contusions to the ribs and lungs.
Wheel He remained hospitalized for four days before being repatriated to Barcelona last Friday. Doctors preferred to postpone the operation for a few days to allow the swelling in his hand to subside.
The other victim of the accident, Noah Dettwiler, is also continuing his recovery. His father, Andy Dettwiler, said his son had lived " eleven particularly difficult days » before being transferred to Switzerland for further treatment.
« You all saved Noah's life " he said, thanking the medical staff in Kuala Lumpur, the track marshals and the CIP Green Power team.
In a joint statement, Red Bull KTM Ajo and the Rueda family They wanted to thank all the medical teams and the MotoGP paddock:
« We thank Dr. Charte, the Sepang circuit staff, the doctors in Kuala Lumpur, and the Dexeus clinic. for their professionalism and their humanity. »
The message concluded with warm support for Noah Dettwiler and to those around him, recalling the unique solidarity that unites the community MotoGP, even in its darkest hours.
At only 19 years, Jose Antonio Rueda He has already overcome one of the most terrifying episodes of his young career. His return to Barcelona marks the end of a nightmare and the beginning of a new battle: the fight for recovery.
His team remains confident: José is a fighter, he will come back stronger. ", said Aki Ajo. And the entire paddock now hopes to see the 2025 Moto3 world champion back in the saddle in 2026, more determined than ever.
