VALENTINO ROSSI has confirmed he WILL race at the Sachsenring in this coming weekend's MotoGP if medical officials allow it.
The Italian is still recovering from a compound fracture of his right lower leg, following a high-speed crash at Mugello last month.
Speaking about his planned return, Rossi said:
"I'm really excited that my doctors think I can ride this weekend. Tomorrow I will see the medical officer and then we will have the final decision. I felt good on the R1 but I know my M1 at the track is a different thing and it will be hard for me, but I miss my bike and my team and I want to try.
"I am really looking forward to seeing everyone and being back in the paddock; I was tired of being at home! Wataru will be there as well so if there is a problem he will ride my bike again."
