Francesco Bagnaia will miss the Qatar Grand Prix after sustaining fractures in his right foot, the MotoGP rider's team confirmed on Saturday.
The Italian champion was injured during a practice session ahead of the race at the Lusail International Circuit. Medical scans revealed multiple fractures, forcing him to withdraw from the weekend's events.
Bagnaia's absence is a significant blow to the championship standings, as he currently sits among the title contenders. His team has not yet announced a timeline for his return.
