BSB champion Shane 'Shakey' Byrne expected to make full recovery after back surgery

Updated 18/05/2018 at 11:02 GMT

British Superbikes champion Shane 'Shakey' Byrne is expected to make a full recovery after crashing during testing at Snetterton on Thursday.

Shane 'Shakey' Byrne of the Be Wiser Ducati Racing Team rides during practice for round two of the British Superbike Championship at Brands Hatch on April 13th, 2018 in Longfield, England.

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Byrne will need back surgery following the crash on the third lap of the opening session at the Norfolk circuit.

Byrne was reported to be unconscious after receiving treatment before being taken to the Norfolk and Norwich University hospital for further tests.

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His PMB Be Wiser Ducati team released a statement on Friday morning updating the situation after Byrne remained under observation overnight.

"He remains in hospital following yesterday's test. He will undergo surgery on his vertebrae and possibly neck however will make a full recovery. Thank you all for your well wishes - we will keep you posted."

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