# Joan Mir health-related MotoGP absences

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/joan-mir-health-related-motogp-absences
> Updated: 2026-09-22T08:26:14.000Z. Sources: 23. Developments: 2.

MotoGP rider Joan Mir has been forced to withdraw from multiple races due to health concerns. Initially, it was reported that Mir would miss the Austrian Grand Prix due to “health-related alterations.”

As the situation progressed, it was confirmed that the Honda rider would also miss the upcoming Grand Prix races in Japan and Indonesia. Medical examinations at Dexeus University Hospital in Barcelona revealed “altered blood test parameters,” although a definitive diagnosis remains undetermined. 

Dr. Angel Charte, the MotoGP medical director, noted that Mir has faced symptoms for several months affecting his energy and performance, with recent symptoms increasing in severity. Following medical advice, Mir has been prescribed approximately 15 days of strict rest and rehabilitation. 

Honda Racing Corporation has not yet guaranteed a return date, even for the Australian Grand Prix in late October. For the Japanese Grand Prix at Motegi, Honda has named Somkiat Chantra, a Thai rider currently in the World Superbike championship, as Mir’s replacement. Additionally, Takaaki Nakagami, who previously replaced Mir in Austria, is scheduled to participate in the Japanese race as a wildcard for the Honda Test Team. Honda has not yet confirmed a replacement for the subsequent Indonesian Grand Prix.

## Claims

- Joan Mir has experienced symptoms for several months that affect his energy and performance levels. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Medical advice recommends strict rest and rehabilitation for the next 15 days. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Joan Mir will miss the upcoming Grand Prix races in Japan and Indonesia. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Blood tests revealed altered parameters requiring further investigation. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Joan Mir retired from the San Marino Grand Prix on the fifth lap. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Honda will announce a replacement rider at a later date. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-22: Joan Mir to miss MotoGP Japan and Indonesia due to health issues

Honda HRC rider Joan Mir will miss the Japanese and Indonesian MotoGP rounds due to undiagnosed health issues. Somkiat Chantra will replace him for the Japanese Grand Prix.

20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/joan-mir-to-miss-japanese-and-indonesian-motogp-races

### 2026-09-15: Joan Mir to miss Austrian Grand Prix

Joan Mir is set to miss the Austrian Grand Prix following reported health alterations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/joan-mir-to-miss-austrian-grand-prix

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