Jake Dixon has offered an update via social media on his condition following a practice high-side during last weekend’s Moto2 Qatar Grand Prix.
A social media post from Dixon confirmed he is “OK” following his Saturday morning practice high-side at the high-speed turn 12 of the Lusail International Circuit.
Dixon was forced to sit out the rest of the weekend following the crash, having been declared unfit after scans in both the circuit medical centre and then at the hospital. Although Dixon was declared unfit, neither scan revealed any fractures.
The CFMoto Aspar Team #96 will now spend a few more days in Qatar for “some more medical checks” before returning home.
Dixon posted to social media, saying: “I’m OK, it’s been a tough couple days but I’m OK. A huge thanks to Shoei and Rev’It for the protection.
“It hurt not to be on the grid for the first race of the season, but my health comes first.
“I will remain a few days in Qatar as I need some more medical checks.
“I want to thank the circuit, the hospital and the championship doctors and of course my CFMoto Aspar Team.”
Dixon’s CFMoto Aspar teammate, Izan Guevara, retired from 22nd place at the Qatar Grand Prix due to worsening rear grip issues.
Aspar’s fortunes were better in the Moto3 class, where David Alonso took victory and the championship lead in the opening race of the season.
The Moto2 World Championship will be back in action for the second round at the Portuguese Grand Prix on 22-24 March.
