Italian rider's 'situation is critical' says partner following red flag crash in opening practice at Manx Grand Prix
The partner of the Italian rider injured in a crash on the opening day of practice and qualifying at the Manx Grand Prix says his “situation is critical”.
Salvatore Sallustro was involved in a red flag incident at Greeba Bridge in the Junior session.
He was airlifted to Noble’s Hospital for treatment, but partner Tabita Piu revealed he has been transferred to Aintree Hospital in Liverpool.
In an update on social media, she said the Sicilian rider had sustained “many fractures and traumas” and had been “sedated and ventilated”.
“Salvo had a bad accident during the third lap of practice at the ManxGP on Sunday,” she posted.
“He was taken first to Nobles Hospital in Douglas for initial treatment.
“Unfortunately, his situation immediately became critical, so within a few hours he was airlifted to Aintree Hospital in Liverpool, where yesterday (Monday) with the help of TT Welfare Care, Syria (the couple's daughter) and I also managed to arrive.
“Salvo has many fractures and traumas, he has already undergone various operations and will have to undergo more in the next few days .
“At the moment he is sedated and ventilated. Here at Critical Care he is being treated with great care.
“At the moment this is what I feel like sharing. I hope you understand.
“Continue to pray and send positive thoughts as I feel you are doing.”
Tragically, a rider died following a crash on Tuesday evening during Manx Grand Prix practice at Cruickshanks in Ramsey. The competitor has not been named.
A second rider involved escaped without any serious injuries.