Lead
During the Catalan Grand Prix in Barcelona, MotoGP rider Alex Márquez suffered a broken neck after a spectacular crash, while fellow competitor Johann Zarco was also taken to hospital following a separate incident later in the race.
Background
The Catalan Grand Prix, part of the MotoGP World Championship, is held annually at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The event attracts top riders from around the world and is a key fixture in the racing calendar.
What Happened
Alex Márquez’s crash was described as spectacular, resulting in a broken neck. He was reported to be lucky to be alive after the incident. Johann Zarco also experienced a terrifying crash later in the race and was subsequently taken to hospital. Both incidents were highlighted by the ABC Australia Business coverage of the event.
