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Yamaha team boss Paul Denning has revealed there is “no chance” of Jonathan Rea returning at the Portimao WorldSBK round after he suffered a test crash.
Rea crashed at the Southern Loop (Turn 2) during the first Free Practice session earlier in the week, sustaining multiple fractures on his left foot from the incident. Unable to undergo immediate surgery due to swelling, Rea was forced to return home. Yamaha has ruled out his participation in the second round at Portimao, with the earliest possible return date being at Assen from April 11th-13th. Team manager Denning expressed sadness over Rea’s absence, highlighting his disappointment at missing out on the promising start to the season. Rea, while acknowledging the setback, is focused on recovery and remains unsure of the exact timeline for his return.
