#SanMarinoGP Valentino Rossi “See you soon”

After suffering an accident during training on Thursday August 31, Valentino was taken to Urbino hospital to undergo examinations. He suffered a fracture of the tibia and fibula of his right leg.

Then transferred to the Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria Ospedali Riuniti in Ancona, Rossi underwent surgery there conducted by Dr. Raffaele Pascarella, Director of the orthopedics and traumatology divisions. The operation consisted of fixing his fractures using an intramedullary nail and everything went perfectly.

Forced to skip the San Marino Grand Prix, his home event, the nine-time World Champion has already started his rehabilitation process with the ambition of getting back on the handlebars of his Yamaha YZR-M1 as quickly as possible. possible.

According to Valentino Rossi, who are " It is a real shame that I will not be present at my Grand Prix which takes place very close to my home. I was obviously looking forward to this event in Misano, because racing in front of the fans here is something special.

“But I have to treat my wound carefully. I know the team supports me during the rehabilitation process.

“Luckily, I'm fine, I don't feel too bad and I've already managed to start some light physiotherapy. The convalescence period is not short, but I will do everything to get back on the track as quickly as possible.

“I would like to thank everyone for the affection I have received over the last few days. See you soon! »

For the Team Director, Massimo Meregalli, who are " After the Misano test almost three weeks ago, we had a very good weekend of racing at the Silverstone circuit. Maverick is confident and he is 100% focused, as always, to get as many points as possible in this weekend's race.

“As the championship standings come together, we look forward to this next GP. The whole team loves Misano, not only because the track is incredible, but the atmosphere is something special and the San Marino Grand Prix is ​​also a second “home race” for the team.

“However, the Vale accident cast a bit of a gray cloud over the event. Our team will miss Valentino. We wish him all the best and look forward to seeing him return as soon as possible. »

Photos: 2017 Silverstone GP (© Yamaha)