In Ufa, the world champion in motorcycle racing on ice fell under the wheels of an opponent

In Ufa, Igor Kononov, the world champion in motorcycle racing on ice, fell under the wheels of an opponent during the final stage of the Russian team championship. This was announced on March 2 by the Mega-Lada sports club from Tolyatti.

According to preliminary data, Kononov suffered a spinal fracture and pelvic problems after a serious fall.

"The severity of the injuries is still unknown. We are waiting for news from the hospital," the statement said.

Kononov is a master of sports of the Russian Federation. He is the Russian and world champion in the team competition in motorcycle racing on ice, and was also twice the vice-world champion in the individual competition.

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