Max Neukirchner - Suzuki Alstare 2009
The Suzuki Alstare rider Max Neukirchner has undergone a second operation to stabilise the damaged vertebrae he suffered in an accident at Imola back in July.
The operation was done in two stages by specialist Dr. Stöckel at a hospital in Chemnitz. Firstly the broken thoracic vertebra was stabilised by screws and then three days later, the second vertebrae in the lumbar region was set.
One of the main priorities for the young German rider was that the healing process would not be delayed by going ahead with the surgery as he fully intends to race at least one or two more rounds this season.
Max is disappointed that he will not be on the grid for his home race at the Nürburgring, however, he will be attending the event to meet fans and to promote the Suzuki team.
The Australian Karl Muggeridge will be the replacement rider for Max at the next round of the World Superbike Championship on September 6
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