British Superbike racing star Callum Grigor has been placed into an induced coma after a horror crash.
The 27-year-old, from Wishaw, Scotland, is said to be in a “serious” condition after an incident during the Pirelli National Superstock Championship race at Donington Park circuit today (Saturday, September 6). He came off his bike on the approach to Goddards Corner.
The Scot and his bike then collided with Manx star Nathan Harrison. He was treated on the track before being put into a medically induced coma and then rushed to hospital.
A statement from British Superbike read: “In the Pirelli National Superstock Championship race at Donington Park circuit today Callum Grigor crashed on the opening lap of the race on the approach to Goddards Corner.
“He and his machine then collided with Nathan Harrison who also fell. The race was immediately red flagged and both riders were attended to by the BSB Medical Team.
“Callum Grigor was found to be in a serious condition and required immediate trackside intervention, including being placed into an induced coma.
“Nathan Harrison was treated at the medical centre for an isolated limb injury. Both riders were transferred to the local major trauma centre, Queen’s Medical Centre, Nottingham, for onward assessment and care.
“Further information will be provided when available.”
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