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Posted by Matt Finley Feb 16, 2007 |
Hopper will be seeing a specialist Friday evening, and I'm guessing he will likely miss testing next week at Jerez. (I'd love to be proven wrong!) He has at least 2 broken toes and perhaps a broken bone in his hand, as well as bruising on all extremities, according to sources close to John.
Linda: "As of 8pm pst John was boarding the plane for London. He boarded under his own steam (literally) He was in a lot pain but ok.
He has an appt. with the specialist at 6pm GMT Friday. We'll know more then. As far as I know at this time, according to him, he has 2 broken toes (confirmed) His hand is swollen and he feels something is broken. He is bruised all over his body and he hurts like **** "
With the physical and mental strength shown by John and those around him, I have now doubt he'll be back in time for the season opener in 3 weeks. John has been one of the more consistant, cogent riders I've followed in my many years of riding and watching races, and if this year's testing is any indication, he's going to be running at the top of the field this season.