MotoGP, CONFIRMED - Compound fracture for Rossi, he'll have surgery

With an official press release, Yamaha last night confirmed Valentino Rossi's right leg fracture and the need for surgery..

Following the incident while he was training with the enduro bike, Valentino Rossi was diagnosed with displaced fractures of the tibia and fibula of his right leg."

The rider will undergo surgery as soon as possible.

A new medical report will be issued during the course of this morning.