Rockstar Makita Suzuki factory rider Mike Alessi suffered multiple injuries in a horrific crash at the start of the moto 2 at Round 5 of the AMA Toyota Motocross Championship at Red Bud Track & Trail in Buchanan, Michigan. Alessi was run over by several other riders after losing control after a ski jump.
Alessi sustained fractures to both scapulas, broken ribs and a bruised lung. He has been released from the hospital and will return to Southern California to see his personal physician.
Once Mike consults with his personal physician, he will have a better idea of an expected date on his return to racing. Lets hope Mike makes a speedy recovery.
Alessi was the only rider coming anywhere near competition leader James Stewart so far this season. He is a huge loss to the 28 AMA motocross championship.