MotoGP: Loris Capirossi won't be at Essen

Loris Capirossi will miss the Dutch GP this weekend after crashing this afternoon in the second practice, injuring his right arm that was already weakened by his healing right hand.

The Rizla Suzuki driver crashed his right forearm was punctured by the footpeg and the bike landed on him. He was immediately taken to the hospital and operated on.

Rizla Suzuki team managers have already stated that Ben Spies, who replaced Capirossi last week-end at Donington, won't be call upon to start the race, having already one full day of practice.