Jorge Martin's recent injuries remind us of the exceptional career of this rider, capable of overcoming the most difficult challenges. His previous injuries have forged him mentally and physically, allowing him to come back stronger each time. It will be recalled that during his first year as a rookie in the premier class, he violently tested the Portuguese asphalt in a fall in Portimao that left his bones in pieces. A multiple fracture of almost 10 bones, a chilling record in the history of MotoGP...
George Martin, the Madrid MotoGP rider, is a true force of nature. This is not the first time he has had to deal with a serious fall, undergo surgery and implement an "express" recovery plan to get back on his bike. In his first year as a rookie in the premier class, he suffered a spectacular crash during free practice for the Portuguese Grand Prix.
This accident caused him to fracture nearly 10 bones, an incident that remains etched in the history of MotoGP as one of the most violent falls ever recorded. George Martin even admitted to having exceeded " four or five times the threshold of human pain ».
At the time, the reigning champion, still adapting to the new category, had to undergo several operations to stabilize his seven fractures. The situation was so critical that he seriously considered retiring. It could have changed my life, both psychologically and physically, because I was about to give up the competition, I thought about it. Also, I seriously injured my accelerator and brake hand, I didn't know if I could ride like that again. », Confided the native of San Sebastián de los Reyes.
Jorge Martin: “ I failed more times than I succeeded, but I never stopped trying »
However, George Martin was able to draw on his mental resources to overcome this ordeal. One of his recent social media posts speaks volumes about his state of mind: " I failed more times than I succeeded, but I never stopped trying. » Three races later, he was back on his Ducati at the Barcelona Grand Prix, where he managed to score points. Two races later, he won his first victory in the premier class. Everything finally made sense.
« The injuries taught me a lot, especially in terms of physical management. I handled them very well, it was brutal. I think I'm young, and I've won all kinds of races " he said at the start of a career that culminated in his first title last season.
Today, the situation seems less dramatic. Martin recently underwent surgery to repair a fracture of the fifth metacarpal in his right hand, while the fracture in his foot will be treated more conservatively. He is expected to be ready for the first race of the season, which will take place in just over 20 days. However, the question remains whether he will be at 100% of his capacity.
In any case, one thing is certain: the "Martinator" will approach this new season with very little knowledge of theAprilia and few kilometers on the clock. But he will do it with the conviction of having already overcome much more difficult challenges in the past. He is a person who never gives up and for me, personally, he is an example. I wish I had a quarter of his will. It's very clear to me. " said his mother, Susana Almoguera, in Relevo, referring to an incident which " changed Jorge Martin ».
George Martin embodies the spirit of the fighter, the one who refuses to give up in the face of adversity. His story is an inspiration to all those who believe that perseverance always pays off.
