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Jonathan Rea to Miss WorldSBK Season Opener Following Crash

Jonathan Rea to Miss WorldSBK Season Opener Following Crash
Michelle Liew
February 18, 2025

Jonathan Rea is ruled out of the 2025 WorldSBK season opener at Phillip Island after a crash during testing, sustaining multiple foot fractures. Yamaha and fans await updates on his recovery and potential return.

Jonathan Rea to Miss WorldSBK Season Opener Following Crash

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The 2025 MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship will begin without one of its most celebrated riders, as Jonathan Rea has been ruled out of the season opener at Phillip Island following a testing crash on Monday. The Pata Maxus Yamaha rider suffered multiple fractures to his left foot. This has forced him to withdraw from both the ongoing test sessions and the upcoming race weekend.

A Costly Crash in Free Practice

Rea’s unfortunate incident occurred during the morning Free Practice session at Phillip Island’s Turn 2, also known as the Southern Loop. The crash brought out red flags as the six-time WorldSBK champion required immediate medical attention. He was first assessed at the circuit’s medical centre before being transferred to a nearby hospital in Cowes. Later on, scans confirmed multiple fractures in his left foot.

Following the incident, Yamaha issued an official statement confirming his withdrawal from the event:

“Jonathan Rea will miss the opening round of the 2025 MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship after a crash on the first day of testing at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Rea fell on the exit of Turn 2 in the closing stages of Monday’s first two-hour test session. He was taken to the circuit medical centre before being transferred to Cowes for further assessment, where it was confirmed he had sustained multiple fractures to the left foot. He will take no further part in testing or the upcoming race weekend.”

Jonathan Rea to Miss WorldSBK Season Opener Following Crash

Yamaha Team Reacts to Rea’s Injury

Pata Maxus Yamaha Team Principal Paul Denning expressed his disappointment at the setback. This is especially so given the progress Rea had made during the off-season.

“It wasn’t an easy day on Jonathan’s side and a bitterly disappointing day for him and his crew and for everybody in the Yamaha WorldSBK project. We’ve had such a step over the winter with Jonathan and his confidence and comfort on the R1, and his ability to be consistent and smooth and get the best out of the bike.”

Denning highlighted that the crash was an unfortunate consequence of the high-speed, high-grip nature of the Phillip Island circuit.

“Everything was looking normal today, but Phillip Island has a habit of biting you quite hard sometimes. It’s a fast and very high grip circuit, but such a high grip circuit means when the grid releases… we’ve seen today many quite violent accidents, and Jonathan got unlucky with his left foot getting caught up in the bike and he’s broken some bones in the left foot.”

Jonathan Rea to Miss WorldSBK Season Opener Following Crash

Uncertain Timeline for Rea’s Return

With his withdrawal from Phillip Island confirmed, attention now turns to Rea’s recovery. Many wonder whether he will be fit in time for the second round of the championship in Portimao. However, Denning refrained from setting a definitive timeline for his return.

“At this stage, it’s difficult to say. I’d prefer not to say. He’s seeing a specialist here on Wednesday before he goes home to get, let’s say, a full initial report and understanding of the injury. After we have that and after surgery is planned, let’s see, but Portimao is not so far away, so I think it’s going to be a big challenge.”

As Rea prepares to return to the UK for surgery and rehabilitation, his absence leaves a significant void at Yamaha’s camp. The focus now shifts to his recovery, with fans and the team eagerly awaiting further updates on his condition and potential return to the championship battle.

Looking Ahead with Jonathan Rea

Jonathan Rea’s injury is an early blow to Yamaha’s 2025 WorldSBK campaign. However, the team remains hopeful that the six-time champion will make a swift recovery. With the next race just weeks away, all eyes will be on Rea’s progress as he embarks on his road to recovery.

For now, the WorldSBK paddock will move forward to the season opener without one of its biggest stars.

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