Loris Capirossi has raced at the BRNO circuit 20 times throughout his career. The Pramac Ducati rider will making his 21st appearance in the Czech republic this weekend, despite persisting injuries.
Capirossi has finished in the top six at 11 of his 13 races in the premier class at BRNO. Three of those top six finishes were on the podium, and one was a race victory. BRNO is also home of Capirossi's last MotoGP podium, which he scored in 2008.
"Unfortunately, the shoulder problem is persisting," Capirossi said. "The doctor said I should undergo surgery, but I'll only consider that after the championship. For now I'm undergoing therapy every day.
"For Brno I hope to continue improving my physical condition. I've rested during this two-week break, which I really needed. I want to ride well and to finally have a good result. The Czech track is one of my favorites, so hopefully I'll manage that."
Randy De Puniet also enters the Czech GP in less than optimal conditions. De Puniet is still banged up from his crash at Laguna Seca a few weeks ago.
"Missing the race at Laguna Seca was very difficult for me to accept, especially after the hard work carried out during practice and qualifying," De Puniet said. "During the past couple of weeks, I visited the doctor to better understand the situation with my pelvis. Fortunately, there are no fractures, but the pain still hasn't gone away.
"I underwent, and am still undergoing, daily therapy in order to be ready for Brno. The bike had responded well to input in recent races, and it would be a shame not to take full advantage of this positive moment for us with the bike."
