EWC: Bradl out of Suzuka with ear infection

Stefan Bradl is out of this year’s Suzuka 8 Hour race after contracting an inner ear infection this week and being unable to fly to Japan for this weekend’s race under doctor’s orders. The German was set to line up for the FCC TSR Honda squad alongside Dominique Aegerter and Randy de Puniet.

The German took ill earlier this week and was admitted to hospital, leaving him out of action for this weekend’s prestigious race, with the remaining pair taking over his duties as a two-man team.

“I am unhappy to be missing the Suzuka 8 Hours as I have looked forward to this race all year. Unfortunately, the inner ear infection has led to some damage to the inner ear and eardrum and doctors told me I should not fly. I felt good at the test and was excited about taking part in the race. I would like to wish all the guys at TSR and Honda good luck for the weekend and I will be cheering them on from home.”