Bezzecchi says knee injury “takes time to improve” and admits: “I’m going to have to suffer”

Key takeaways

• Knee injury remains main obstacle: Marco Bezzecchi revealed his left knee injury is taking longer to heal, creating fluid accumulation that makes bending the leg and pushing on the footpeg painful.
• Collarbone improving: His fractured left collarbone from Sachsenring is recovering well, though the extensive surgery makes full recovery a gradual process.
• Demanding calendar ahead: With 10 races packed into 14 weeks, Bezzecchi acknowledged he will have to fight through physical discomfort during the championship run-in.

Marco Bezzecchi admitted he is prepared to “suffer” through physical discomfort at the upcoming Aragon Grand Prix as he continues his recovery from a violent qualifying crash at the German Grand Prix at Sachsenring.

While the Italian rider’s fractured left collarbone has healed significantly, lingering damage to his left knee continues to present a major challenge on track. Speaking ahead of the action at MotorLand Aragón, the Aprilia rider explained that riding MotoGP machinery remains a tough task under his current physical condition.

“Obviously, Silverstone was good, but it was also super tough,” Bezzecchi said, reflecting on his heroic double podium in Britain. “And after the race weekend, I really struggled, especially with my knee. It’s true that I can’t complain much about my shoulder—I’m recovering well. Of course, I’m not where I’d like to be, but right now it’s the best I have.“

“I’m really struggling with my left knee. Unfortunately, the injury takes a long time to improve, and riding isn’t the best painkiller,” Bezzecchi continued. “But in the end, I’m giving my best. I gave my best to be at Silverstone, I gave my best to be here. It’s going to be tough, but I will give my all.“

With MotoGP entering a grueling second half of the season featuring 10 Grand Prix events across 14 weeks, managing physical health is paramount for the title contender.

“Well, it’s going to be tough. As I said before, the shoulder is recovering well. It’s a collarbone, so it’s not a massive injury, though the fracture was large, so surgery took a bit longer compared to other times I’ve broken bones,” Bezzecchi explained.

“The main issue is my left knee, which is taking longer. It’s creating fluid inside, making it harder to bend my leg and put force through the footpeg,” he added. “I’m doing everything possible to recover as fast as I can, but I’m definitely going to have to suffer.“

Despite the physical setback, Bezzecchi holds second place in the 2026 World Championship standings with 219 points. His remarks follow a busy lead-up to the Aragon GP, including Aprilia identifying Aragon as a crucial title benchmark, Aprilia adjusting its mental strategy for Bezzecchi, and Jorge Martín dismissing pressure over his duel with Marc Márquez.

MotoGP resumes action from August 28–30 for the Aragon Grand Prix, the 13th round of the 2026 season. GRANDE PRÊMIO provides complete live coverage of every session across all categories. Follow all updates on our news page.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

1. What injuries is Marco Bezzecchi recovering from?

Marco Bezzecchi is recovering from a fractured left collarbone and left knee ligament/tissue damage suffered during a qualifying crash at Sachsenring.

2. Where does Marco Bezzecchi sit in the 2026 MotoGP Championship?

Bezzecchi occupies 2nd place in the Drivers’ Championship with 219 points, trailing Aprilia teammate Jorge Martín by 21 points.

3. When is the next race on the 2026 MotoGP calendar?

The 2026 season continues from August 28–30, 2026, with the Aragon Grand Prix at MotorLand Aragón.