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Sven Ottke Recuperating in Palma After Mallorca Bike Accident

Under conservative shoulder care, he awaits an ADAC flight back to Germany within days

Overview

  • On July 15, Ottke underwent surgery in Palma to stabilize a double tibia fracture with inserted screws
  • His left shoulder injury is being managed non-surgically while medical staff monitor his recovery
  • Longtime trainer Ulli Wegner visited him in the clinic on July 16 and reports that Ottke’s condition is as good as can be expected
  • Ottke said he was entering a left-turn lane when a motorist failed to see him, causing the collision in Puigderros
  • ADAC has arranged a medically assisted flight to Baden-Baden, with Ottke expected to return to Germany within two to three days