After deep reflection and consideration, Alex Rins has decided to retire from the Monster Energy British Grand Prix due to the hand and foot injury he sustained in Round 8, the Dutch GP.

After a few more weeks of rest, the Spanish rider will undergo another check to assess if he can rejoin the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™ Team at the Austrian GP round, held from 16-18 August.

With Rins retiring from the British GP, there is a vacant spot in the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™ garage. For logistical reasons, Remy Gardner will move from the Yamaha Factory Racing MotoGP Test Team garage to the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™ garage for the remainder of the race weekend. However, Gardner will still be riding for the Yamaha Factory Racing MotoGP™ Test Team.