Miguel Oliveira is definitely having bad luck! After his spectacular crash at the Argentinian meeting, the Portuguese driver has to write off the Grand Prix of the Americas in Austin (March 28-30). Knocked down by Fermin Aldeguer's Ducati Gresini, Oliveira was forced to make a detour to the infirmary. No fractures, but a massive bruise on his ribs and pain everywhere. And as if that weren't enough, suspected ligament damage to his left shoulder has dampened the mood. Augusto Fernandez will be on deck in Texas.
Miguel Oliveira, team driver Pramac Yamaha, will be absent from the Grand Prix of the Americas in Austin (Texas) after his fall during the sprint race in ArgentinaThe Portuguese, victim of an accident caused by Fermin Aldeguer (Ducati Gresini), is suffering from significant pain and suspected ligament injuries in his left shoulder. He will be replaced by Augusto Fernandez, the test pilot Yamaha , who thus makes his surprise return to MotoGP.
During the Sprint race in Argentina, Olive tree was hit by the Ducati of Fermin Aldeguer, who had lost control of his motorcycle while preparing an attack. Although initial medical examinations revealed no fractures, Olive tree suffers from a large hematoma in the upper rib area and generalized pain. Suspicions of ligament injuries to the left shoulder were also raised, which led to his decision not to participate in the Argentine Grand Prix.
Back home for further tests, Olive tree learned that he would not be able to participate in the Grand Prix of Texas, scheduled for March 28 to 30. According to speedweek, his condition did not improve significantly, and the results of medical examinations confirmed the need for a longer recovery time.
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Augusto Fernandez, test pilot Yamaha , will therefore be called in as reinforcement to replace Olive tree in Austin. This decision implies a change of plans for the Spaniard, who was initially scheduled to compete in the Superbike World Championship in Portimao this same weekend, replacing Jonathan Rhea, hurt. Fernandez had prepared for this deadline during the Superbike tests in Portimao last week, but he will ultimately have to fly to the United States to make his return to MotoGP.
To Fernandez, this opportunity represents an unexpected return to MotoGP, where he has already proven himself. However, this situation leaves Yamaha in the embarrassment regarding the replacement of Jonathan Rea in Superbike. The identity of the rider who will take the handlebars of the R1 in Portimao has not yet been revealed.
The package of Miguel Oliveira is a blow to the team Pramac Yamaha, who will have to rely on Augusto Fernandez to defend its colors at Austin. Waiting, Olive tree is focusing on his recovery, hoping to return in top form for the next events. Fernandez, it's a chance to shine again on the MotoGP scene, even if it means giving up his Superbike commitment.
