Mike Alessi Injury Update

May 23, 2011, 10:45am

Wortham, TX Freestone RacewayAMA Pro Motocross Championship

Here is an update on Mike Alessi after his crash in practice at the opening round of the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship at Hangtown.

From RedBull KTM:

Approximately six minutes into the second timed practice session, Alessi suffered a horrendous crash. The KTM rider knocked himself out during the crash and the practice was red flagged for his safety. After some time with the medics Alessi was able to get back on his feet and reported to the Asterisk Medical Unit for further evaluation. Alessi was soon driven to a local area hospital where they evaluated his concussion. He is expected to make a full recovery and return to racing in approximately 3-4 weeks.

“I felt so good this morning and was very confident in my speed and my bike. I thought today would be my day but unfortunately I suffered a crash and I am lucky I was not seriously hurt. I will rest next week and hope to be back by High Point,” remarked Alessi.