Nine-time world champion Valentino Rossi said he fully expected to feel the pain as he returns to action at the Aragon Grand Prix, just 21 days after suffering a double leg fracture. The 38-year-old Italian successfully completed a mandatory medical examination at the MotorLand Aragon circuit and was given the go-ahead to take part in free practice on Friday. "I’ve worked a lot to have good power and less pain. I think it’s important to come back on the bike as quickly as possible and not to spend another race at home," Yamaha rider Rossi told a news conference. Rossi underwent surgery on September 1, a day after a crash in training, discharging himself from hospital the following day. He completed 20 laps around the Misano circuit on Tuesday before heading to Aragon for further tests.

Source: AFP