Australia’s Troy Corser has been ruled out of Brno’s Czech Republic round of the Superbike World Championship after his heavy crash during Friday’s opening qualifying practice session.

After discussions with the team doctor, Dr. Vincenzo Tota, and the team management, the team BMW Motorrad Motorsport rider has decided not to compete in the FIM Superbike World Championship sessions on Saturday and the races on Sunday.

According to medical reports, the 38-years-old rider suffered bruising all over his body, airlifted out with a heavy concussion.

“Unfortunately I cannot race this weekend,” Corser explained. “I feel quite exhausted right now, and I have a pain in my chest. It was a huge impact, and I am happy I was not hurt badly.

“I remember the crash pretty well: I somehow lost the rear, and then I highsided. I would have loved to race in Brno, but we all agree I need a couple of days to rest now to be able to start in Silverstone.”

BMW Motorrad Motorsport director Berthold Hauser supports his lead rider’s decision.

“First of all, we all are more than happy Troy is okay so far and not more seriously hurt after his heavy crash,” he said. “The bike somehow hit him and the impact was severe. According to Dr. Vincenzo Tota, Troy was thoroughly checked in the hospital.

“His injuries seem to be limited to several bruises, but he will need some time to recover over the next couple of days. We agreed unanimously it would be too risky to send him out racing here, although he is able to leave the hospital. Of course, we all feel sorry for Troy and it is a shame he cannot compete this weekend. We now hope he will be 100 per cent fit for the next race weekend in Silverstone.”

Teammate Ruben Xaus qualified a season best fourth on the grid for Sunday’s races.