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Marquez to miss Spanish Grand Prix as former champion continues surgery recovery
Marc Marquez will miss his home MotoGP race after it was confirmed the eight-time world champion will sit out the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend.
The Respol Honda man underwent surgery last month on a right hand fracture, with his recovery keeping him out of both the Argentine Grand Prix and Grand Prix of the Americas.
There had been some hope the Spaniard could return in Jerez, but the decision has now been made to focus on next month's French Grand Prix.
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"Yesterday, we did another CT scan, and it has been confirmed that, despite the fact that the injury is progressing favourably, the bone has not yet finished healing and racing in Jerez was risky," Marquez said on Wednesday.
"Together with the medical team, we decided not to take any risks, to wait two more weeks and return in Le Mans.
— Marc Márquez (@marcmarquez93) April 26, 2023
"I am very sorry to miss the Spanish Grand Prix because it is always special, because of the atmosphere, racing at home and above all, seeing and enjoying the fans.
"I will continue with the rehabilitation and work to be back as soon as possible. Thank you for your messages of support!"
Iker Lecuona will stand in for Marquez this weekend.
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