MotoGP, Thailand VIDEO: the unusual collision between Arbolino and van der Goorbergh in pictures

The opening day of the Moto2 weekend in Thailand was marked by an unusual incident between Tony Arbolino and Zonta van den Goorbergh. On the entrance to the pit lane, Van den Goorbergh hit Arbolino's left leg as he pushed his stalled bike towards his pit box. The collision left the Italian in severe pain but fortunately he escaped without serious injuries, although he did have to use crutches afterwards.

Lucio Nicastro, team leaderArbolino, explained the situation on Sky Sport MotoGP : " He certainly didn't do it on purpose. Zonta said that a commissioner suddenly appeared, closing the passage to his left, which prevented him from avoiding Tony. » Despite this accident, Arbolino was able to return to his box to prepare for the next sessions, even if the pain in his leg remained visible.

Fabio Quartararo worried about Tony Arbolino 

Other incidents also punctuated this session. Ai OguraChampionship leader Jorge Lorenzo caused controversy by leaving the pit lane after it had been closed during free practice. The move led to an investigation, raising questions about pit control. On track, the Japanese rider has been brilliant and could clinch the Moto2 title this weekend, having missed an early opportunity in Australia.

This first eventful day ended with a confirmation of the solidity ofArbolino, who despite the pain, continues his meeting in Buriram… After the accident with Zonta van den Goorbergh occurred in FP1 in the lane leading to the pits, the Italian arrived on crutches. The blow to the ankle and left calf was severe, but the rider from Garbagnate Milanese gritted his teeth and put in a great performance with the second time …