The MotoGP paddock is full of speculations and rumors, and one of the most discussed topics is the future of the riders, especially with the recent performances and decisions made by the teams and riders. Álex Rins, a prominent figure in the MotoGP circuit, recently clarified his injury and the ongoing rumors about the future of Marc Márquez with Honda.
Álex Rins on his injury
Rins has been sidelined due to a serious injury suffered at Mugello, where he broke the tibia and fibula of his right leg. This unfortunate incident disrupted his adaptation to the Honda RC213V, a bike he will leave at the end of the year to join the Yamaha factory team.
Initially, Rins was optimistic about a quick return, possibly during the August races. However, the severity of the injury and the slow recovery process of the tibia significantly delayed his return to MotoGP. This situation forced the LCR Honda team to find a substitute for him in each race. The last substitute, Takumi Takahashi, could not compete in the two Misano races because he failed to meet the minimum championship time during the free practice sessions.
Despite the injury, Rins has actively supported the LCR Honda team. He has been present at the last Grand Prix events to give his opinion from the pit box. During the Misano GP, Rins was invited by Motogp.com to comment on the MotoGP FP2 session. During the commentary, he shared ideas about his injury and the current hot topic – the future of Marc Márquez.
Rins emphasized that the main concern is not the nerves but the tibia. He mentioned: “I am missing about 4 or 5 centimeters of bone, as the doctor told me in Catalonia.” Rins admitted that he was not fully aware of the severity of his injury until the doctors pointed out the tibia problem. Rins is now waiting for an opportunity to test his riding skills on the RC213V.
Rins on Marc Márquez’s future
The MotoGP community has been filled with rumors about Marc Márquez possibly leaving Honda for Gresini Racing. Rins shared his perspective on the matter, stating: “I have heard many rumors about Marc, especially in the last few hours. It could be a huge shock for everyone, including Honda.”
Rins personally believes that Márquez will stay with Honda. He argued that Márquez has been with Honda for many years and, despite the injuries, the team respects him immensely. Rins understands Márquez’s current situation with the bike’s performance and believes that Márquez will honor his contract with Honda for another year.
Furthermore, Rins pointed out that Márquez is tactically handling the media buzz about his future. He mentioned that Márquez is “playing” with the press through the videos he posts on his social media platforms. “What’s good? Marc is playing. He is taking advantage of this,” Rins opined.
Conclusion
The world of MotoGP is always full of uncertainties, whether it’s the performance of the riders, the decisions of the teams, or the future of prominent figures like Márquez. As speculations continue to swirl, riders like Rins provide a privileged perspective, shedding light on the realities and challenges they face on and off the track. As the season progresses, fans and enthusiasts will be paying close attention to the unfolding of these stories and the decisions that the riders and teams will make for the future.
