Moto3's Grand Prix started later than scheduled due to an incident during the sighting lap involving Noah Dettwiler and Jose Antonio Rueda.
The incident led to a delay until the medical helicopter returned after taking both riders to the hospital.
Rueda was confirmed to be alert and awake with contusions and a suspected hand fracture.
CIP Green Power stated: "Our rider Noah Dettwiler was involved in a serious accident... He will need to undergo multiple surgeries. We kindly ask you to respect his privacy."
Author's summary: Furusato wins Moto3 at Sepang.