The case of Aleix Espargaró is being studied closely this evening in the Aprilia box…« There is a suspicion of a crack in the metacarpal of the right hand and also something in the right foot,” Aprilia communications manager Antonio Boselli told Sky Sport. These words sum up the worrying situation of Aleix Espargaró after his violent fall during the sprint race of the Dutch Grand Prix. Espargaró, who was already injured during Friday’s prequalifying session, suffered another spectacular accident at turn 15 on the final lap, while fighting for sixth position behind Fabio Di Giannantonio…
High speed, Espargaro had a disastrous roll in the gravel, injuring his right wrist. He was quickly transported to the TT Circuit Assen medical centre for further examinations. For more detailed tests, it was decided to hospitalise him, where he could stay under surveillance to assess the extent of his injuries.
Lorenzo Savadorianother pilotApriliawas also hospitalized after a fall at the start of the course Sprint. Savadori suffered a severe blow to his forehead and is in intense pain. A scanner will allow us to better understand their physical conditions. Updates on the health of both drivers are expected in the coming hours, with the hope that their injuries are not too serious.
Romano Albesiano: « maybe Aleix Espargaró remembered the double overtake he made here two years ago »
Aprilia’s technical director, Roman Albesiancommented on Corsedimoto about Aleix’s accident: “ maybe he remembered the double overtake he made here two years ago in this situation. Probably, the desire to recover the position led him to enter a little hard. It happens. It’s a track where you go very fast on average, so when you fall there can be consequences.. »
The accidents ofEspargaro and of Savadori recall the dangers inherent in racing and the high speed at which the riders move. While waiting for more encouraging news on their state of health, the MotoGP world hopes for a speedy recovery for the two riders.Aprilia.
