Six weeks after one of the most terrifying crashes of the Moto3 season, the young rider returns to the camera to reassure his fans. Just a month and a half after the violent accident he suffered during the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang, Swiss rider Noah Dettwiler wanted to send a strong message to his fans worldwide: he's not giving up and he's fully committed to his recovery.
The crash that occurred at the start of the race weekend, during a formation lap before the official start, sent shockwaves throughout the paddock. The collision with Jose Antonio Rueda had been so brutal that the two pilots had to be evacuated by helicopter to a hospital in Kuala Lumpur, after Dettwiler had slowed down due to a possible mechanical problem and that Wheel, not having seen him, had crashed into the back of his motorcycle at high speed.
This crash was marked by the severity of the injuries Dettwilerwhose team had announced that he would need to undergo several operations.
In his first video published since the accident, Dettwiler addresses his supporters directly in words that are both sincere and optimistic:
« Hello everyone. I hope you're all doing well. I wanted to make a short video to show you all that I'm doing well, I'm making progress every day.It had been a long time since the hospital and rehabilitation center, and of course, I still... a long way to go before my full recoveryEverything is going well. It's going as planned, and I'm in good hands. »
The Swiss driver then emotionally thanked his family, his partner, his sister, and all those who had sent him messages of support:
« A huge, heartfelt thank you to my family, my girlfriend, and my sister who have been such a great support to me during this difficult time. Also, a big thank you for all the messages and support I've received these past few weeks. All of this made me stronger and helped me get through this difficult period.. »
Noah Dettwiler: I will tell you about my future plans as soon as possible. »
Finally, he sends a seasonal message to fans as the holidays approach:
« Now, I wish you all a Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and a Happy New Year. I will tell you about my future plans as soon as possible. »
It's a true miracle that Dettwiler was able to return home so quickly after an accident that initially required intensive care and multiple surgeries. The encouragement the Swiss driver received wasn't limited to fans: paddock drivers—including names like Marc Marquez ou fabio quartararo — also commented with affection and support under her Instagram post.
He has been making progress in rehabilitation for several weeks now, away from the circuits but surrounded by his loved ones, and is now aware that the road to a full recovery will be long. His video message clearly underlines this: he is not yet ready to return to the track, but he is doing better and is following the plan established with his medical team.
The Sepang crash remains one of the most traumatic moments of the 2025 Moto3 season. The crash not only resulted in serious injuries, but also... Dettwiler, But also Jose Antonio Ruedawho had been hospitalized with fractures to his hand and significant contusions.
At the moment of impact, Dettwiler was traveling at a reduced speed, probably due to a mechanical problem, when Wheel He didn't see him coming and hit him violently from behind. The images and the violence of the collision deeply shocked riders, teams and fans, reminding everyone that even the most mundane phases – such as a track reconnaissance – can turn into a serious incident in motorcycle racing.
Noah Dettwiler has not yet revealed his sporting plans for 2026, although his message suggests that he will consider them once his health is stable.
Its Instagram — where he publishes this video — has become the main channel of his personal communication, and he promises to talk about his future as soon as possible.
What we already know is that his courage and optimism have not wavered despite the ordeal, and that the MotoGP community is standing behind him during his recovery.
