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MotoGP, Rossi: I've already started rehabilitation

"I'm fine, but the recovery time is not short". Vinales: "the Misano GP won't be the same without Valentino"

MotoGP: Rossi: I've already started rehabilitation

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As we've known for a while now, Valentino Rossi will not race at Misano, after surgery on his tibia and fibula. His #46 M1 will be there though, on show in the Yamaha garage. A small thought for the convalescing Doctor, who lives just a few miles from the track.

Though he won't be present, Valentino wanted to update his fans as to his condition.

It's a big pity that I can't be at my home GP. For sure, I was really looking forward to the round in Misano, because riding in front of the fans there is something very special, but I have to treat the injury with care. I know the team is supporting me during the rehabilitation process. Fortunately I'm fine, I'm not too bad and I've already managed to start some light physiotherapy. The recovery time isn't short, but I will do everything I can to get back on track as soon as possible. I have to say thanks to everyone for the affection you have shown me during these days. See you soon."

Vinales also spares a thought for Rossi.

Unfortunately we will arrive at the Misano Grand Prix without my teammate Valentino and it's a big shame. I know it‘s a very special GP for him, as it's his home race, and it will not be the same if he‘s not there. I wish him a quick recovery and hope to have him back in the garage as soon as possible."

Maverick will fight alone at this GP and will be responsible for defending the Yamaha colours, as well as making up points to Dovizioso and Marquez. The Spaniard is ready for battle.

We are very motivated after the podium at Silverstone, we‘re working in the right direction again. I'm starting to have the same feeling on my M1 that I had at the beginning of the season and that gives me a lot of calm and allows me to focus on continuing to get points in each race. It's very positive that we were able to give a good performance in the test at the Misano track some weeks ago and we improved a lot of things on the set-up, so I will try as always to give my 100% to bring a new victory to Yamaha."

Translated by Heather Watson
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