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15 Apr 2004, 08:45 (Ref:940172) | #1 | ||
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Dixon injured at first testing day
Scott Dixon was injured and hospitalised after a crash during the first testing session at Motegi.
Fortunately it semms not to be too serious, however he didn't take part to the second session. Has anyone more detailed info about? |
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15 Apr 2004, 09:40 (Ref:940213) | #2 | ||
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Dixon was transported by helicopter to Dokkyo University Hospital for precautionary X-rays on his left ankle. His status for qualifying will be determined today.
"I’m not sure what happened exactly," he said. "The car just went around on me. I thought there might have been something on the track and Tomas seemed to have had a problem in the same spot. My left ankle is a bit sore from the contact with the wall but the doctors are taking some precautionary X-rays just to be certain. I’m not too worried about it." - from Indyracing.com Dosen't sound like anything too bad. Hopefully he'll still get to race Last edited by Down F0rce; 15 Apr 2004 at 09:41. |
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Here's the full crash report from the IndyCar website;
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I'm glad there haven't been any serious injuries, and 2004 still looks better - injury-wise - than 2003 did at the same point into the season. Last edited by rustyfan; 15 Apr 2004 at 09:48. |
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It's always a fracture, albeit very small, though.
best wishes to Scott for a quick recovery! |
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Race car drivers are a tough breed, so I think Scott will get behind the wheel again if he feels comfortable and if he's cleared. I mean, Richard Petty once drove several races with a broken neck(!) back in the 70's. Not that they would have let him had he told anyone of course.. Not to mention MotoGP riders have on numerous occasions raced with broken fingers, broken wrists, ankles etc. Then again, those guys are truly crazy... |
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They need to get the SAFER barrier at Motegi...that would have prevented this minor mishap. Hopefully Scott and Tora will still be able to race. Scott probably will. Need more info on Tora though..
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Unless the IRL puts some pressure on Motegi to get the SAFER barrier added, I'm afraid it might take a lot longer than it would have had the track been located in the US. |
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Man, Scotty hasn't had the best of luck at Motegi.
Thanks for the update...I've been busy and away from the computer (egads! ), so I'm getting the scoop from practice 1 right now. Poor Tomas I'm glad that wasn't anything serious. |
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I'm hearing that Tora, was momentarily unconcious, and due to the possibility of a concussion, he will not race according to IRL rules. His back and neck are fine though. Thats got to be a big disappointment to the hometown fans, and me, since he's in my top 5, but better to be safe.
Also there is alot of talk about the track being very dirty. It was a windy day with alot of dust blowing around. This apparently is the only race of the year run there, but you would think it would be in top shape. Your right MLM, poor Tomas, again a victim through no fault of his own! Good to see you back on the computer, I mean, you act as though you have something better to do! |
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sounds like a crazy day at Motegi.
I hope all drivers are OK and are able to race , But I to think the rules about being knocked state you are not allowed to race that weekend so Tora may not be making the field in his home race |
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Tora has qualified and will race
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Great news for Tora , and me as I picked him in my fantasy 5 this weekend thinking he's a long shot on his home track
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Both Scott and Tora raced, and put in good showings. Being able to drive injured is a major factor for anyone hoping to be a champion in a series like this. My respect for Scott has increased further.
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