New health update released after Moto3 rider suffers horror accident

The CIP Green Power has released a fresh statement on the condition of Noah Dettwiler following his frightening crash in Malaysia last weekend.

The Moto3 driver was hit by Jose Antonio Rueda during the sighting lap on October 26 and underwent multiple surgeries, which placed him in a critical condition.

However, a positive update has outlined that Dettwiler is now conscious and communicating with his family and doctors, as revealed in a statement by his Moto3 team.

During the sighting lap of the Malaysian Grand Prix on Sunday, Noah Dettwiler was involved in a serious accident,” a statement from CIP Green Power said.

“The incident required immediate medical intervention at the track, where Noah suffered multiple cardiac arrests and was resuscitated.

“He was then airlifted to Kuala Lumpur Hospital, where doctors undertook several emergency surgeries, including the removal of his spleen to stop severe bleeding and a first operation on his leg, which had sustained an open fracture. 

“They also inserted a catheter to monitor intracranial pressure. He suffered from severe lung contusions as well and remained in critical condition for several days.

“On Wednesday, the doctors announced that his condition was no longer critical, and from that point on, he continued to make remarkable progress.

“After undergoing additional X-rays, the doctors also found a crack in his neck. He will need to wear a neck brace for a few weeks to stabilise it.

“He is now awake and communicating with his family and the doctors. Earlier today, he was able to leave intensive care and was transferred to a private clinic in Kuala Lumpur to continue his recovery.

“He will need to undergo another surgery on his leg, but it is still unclear when he will be able to return to Switzerland, and whether the operation will take place in Malaysia or after his repatriation.

“On behalf of the family and the entire team, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to the medical staff at the track, as well as to everyone at the Sepang International Circuit and Kuala Lumpur Hospital, for their professionalism, excellent support, and care.

“We also want to thank everyone for the many messages of support received from across the paddock and around the world. They are deeply appreciated by his family and all of us.

“Our thoughts are also with Jose Antonio Rueda, as well as his entire team and loved ones during this difficult time. We send them our full support.”