An update on Eugene Laverty, who sustained pelvic injuries in a race-stopping accident during his final WorldSBK appearance... WorldSBK
has been 'diagnosed with a pelvic injury and taken to Alfred Hospital in Melbourne for further assessments. Rider is stable'."No result on the planet matters when we see something like today. We are very relieved that Eugene was conscious, talking and had feelings in all extremities.
"He’ll get checked further at Melbourne hospital now. We are very sorry to see him ending his career like that and wish him a speedy recovery."All the best for Eugene Laverty, but as well to Philippa Laverty for always being by his side. We love you guys, cheers to you." Laverty, a 13-time WorldSBK race winner and former MotoGP rider, was competing in his final WorldSBK race before retirement.
His turn 1 accident, which was not broadcast but also involved Xavi Fores, who escaped injury, stopped the race with 5 laps to go.
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