Remy Gardner Ruled Out of Cremona WorldSBK Races
The GRT Yamaha rider was declared unfit to race after medical officials confirmed a hand fracture.
Updated on Sept. 27, 2026 in Motorsports
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Medical staff at the Cremona Circuit declared rider Remy Gardner unfit for Sunday's competition following the discovery of a fracture in his left hand. The decision comes after Gardner participated in Race 1, where he finished in 12th place.
Why it matters
The absence of Gardner leaves GRT Yamaha with only one rider for the remainder of the Cremona weekend. This medical withdrawal highlights the physical toll of the championship as riders compete in the final stages of the season.
Remy Gardner sustained a fracture to the fifth metacarpal bone in his left hand after a crash during FP2 at turn one. He had previously completed Race 1, finishing in 12th position.
The players
Remy Gardner
He is a professional motorcycle racer who competes for the GRT Yamaha team in the WorldSBK championship.
Stefano Manzi
He is a teammate of Remy Gardner who remains as the sole GRT Yamaha representative for the remainder of the Cremona races.
Tarran Mackenzie
He is a WorldSBK rider currently absent from the Cremona event due to injuries sustained at Donington.
The details
Following a crash during FP2 at turn one, Gardner reported symptoms that prompted additional assessments on Saturday night. Medical officials at the circuit subsequently confirmed the fracture, leading to his withdrawal from the Sunday schedule.
Timeline
September 27, 2026: Gardner was declared unfit on Sunday morning.
October 9-11, 2026: The Estoril Round of the WorldSBK is scheduled to take place.
October 18-20, 2026: The final WorldSBK round will occur at Jerez.
Season Trajectory
This withdrawal forces a significant shift for the GRT Yamaha team as they move into the final rounds of the 2026 season. With the Estoril Round approaching, the team must manage its limited rider lineup while focusing on Gardner's recovery for the remainder of the year.
GRT Yamaha will be forced to compete with a reduced rider lineup, leaving Stefano Manzi to carry the team for the remainder of the Cremona event. Fantasy participants and followers of the standings should note Gardner's missed points opportunity during this weekend.
The takeaway
Rider safety remains the priority in WorldSBK, with medical officials maintaining strict standards for participation following on-track accidents. Fans and teams will look toward the Estoril Round in October for potential developments in Gardner's recovery.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Crash.
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