The Honda rider Dani Pedrosa has undergone surgery to his right forearm but should be fit for the French Grand Prix at Le Mans in 10 days time.
The Spaniard is second in the Moto GP championship, 28 points behind team mate and champion Marc Marquez who has a maximum 100 after winning the first four races of the season from pole position.
Repsol Honda said Pedrosa will remain in hospital for 24 hours and will then have to keep his arm immobile for several days.
