Update on Ivan Lintin

Wednesday, 18 July 2018 12:34

By Leanne Cooke @leannelily18

Dafabet Devitt Racing has provided an update on the condition of racer Ivan Lintin.

On Twitter, they say he's in a critical but stable condition and all procedures and operations have been a success.

It also says the hospital is doing an amazing job, but his recovery will be a lengthy process.

Devitt Racing is asking the public to respect the privacy of the racer's family at this time, and to not contact the hospital and family for updates.

However, it also thanks people for their messages of support and is urging people to keep them coming.

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