Bagnaia Undergoes Successful Arm Surgery, Targets MotoGP Return at Silverstone
Ducati said the two-time MotoGP champion had successful endoscopic fasciotomy surgery and will recover during the three-week summer break.
- On Wednesday, Ducati Lenovo Team rider Francesco Bagnaia underwent successful endoscopic fasciotomy surgery on his right forearm, his team announced.
- Although Ducati did not specify the condition, Motorsport.com understands Bagnaia was treated for compartment syndrome, a common forearm issue among MotoGP riders caused by intense physical demands.
- Professor Luigi Tarallo performed the operation at the Orthopaedic Clinic of the Policlinico di Modena, which the team confirmed was completed successfully and without complications.
- Bagnaia will use the three-week summer break to begin his rehabilitation, with the goal of returning for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone from August 7-9.
- The former world champion currently sits eighth in the MotoGP standings, trailing leader Jorge Martin by 65 points during his final season with the Ducati Lenovo Team.
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