Valentino Rossi, also known as "The Doctor", fractured his right tibia and fibia during the second practice round at Mugello today. The high-side crash slams a huge door on the defending champions hopes of scoring his 10th world title.
The medical doctor on the scene said Rossi suffered a "serious" fracture in which the bone was protruding from the skin. Fortunately it did not affect any blood vessels or nerves.
Surgery was successful and he is expected to make a full recovery. It is still unclear how many races Rossi will miss, but the medical doctors are calling for a full four to five months before he is able to ride again.
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