Marini Crashes in Japan, Suffers Collapsed Lung and Multiple Injuries

Luca Marini's MotoGP season is put in jeopardy after a nasty crash in Japan leaves him with multiple injuries. Read more about his condition and recovery.

Luca Marini, a Honda rider, was involved in a severe crash during testing at the Suzuka Circuit in Japan, resulting in significant injuries. The Italian rider sustained damage to his hip, knee, chest, and shoulder, as well as a collapsed lung. Marini had been testing Honda's bike for the Suzuka 8-Hour endurance race when the accident occurred on the second day of testing, following the British Grand Prix.

BREAKING: @Luca_Marini_97 suffered a fall and sustained multiple injuries including a right-sided pneumothorax while testing for the Suzuka 8 Hour 🚨

Join us in wishing the Italian a speedy recovery ❤️‍🩹 #MotoGP pic.twitter.com/POhgnMn8QC

— MotoGP™🏁 (@MotoGP) May 28, 2025

“Suffering from a dislocated left hip, damage to the ligaments in his left knee, fractures in the sternum and left collarbone and a right-sided pneumothorax, Marini was transferred to local hospital and stabilised,” Honda said.

“Marini will remain under observation in Japan until he is deemed fit to travel.”

Luca Marini's recovery timeline from severe injuries, including a collapsed lung, remains uncertain as Honda hasn't provided an estimated return date. The Italian rider was involved in a nasty crash during testing in Japan for the Suzuka 8-Hour endurance race.

Currently ranked 13th in the MotoGP riders' standings after seven rounds, Marini's participation in the upcoming Aragon Grand Prix in Spain on June 7-8 seems unlikely given his current condition. The Aragon Grand Prix will be a crucial test for many riders, but Marini will likely focus on his rehabilitation.