MotoGP world champion Valentino Rossi to have operation after fracturing his leg . The Italian rider was airlifted from the track and is in a stable condition at hospital. But I think that we can reasonably think of six weeks of partial weight-bearing with crutches , after which Valentino needs to be re-evaluated . '' He will miss a race for the first time since his debut in the 125cc class in 1996 . Championship leader Jorge Lorenzo qualifies second on grid behind Dani Pedrosa .
MotoGP world champion Valentino Rossi to have operation after fracturing his leg . The Italian rider was airlifted from the track and is in a stable condition at hospital. He will miss a race for the first time since his debut in the 125cc class in 1996 . Championship leader Jorge Lorenzo qualifies second on grid behind Dani Pedrosa .