Loeb breaks arm, misses Turkey.
World champion-elect Sebastien Loeb will miss the Rally of Turkey after breaking his arm while on a training ride in the run-up to the event.
The Frenchman, who has been largely untouchable this season, is only six points away from a third consecutive world title, but will now almost certainly concede ground to main pursuer Marcus Gronholm.
"Loeb was riding a mountain bike when he fell and got injured," a Kronos team spokesman confirmed, revealing that the Frenchman will miss the 13th round of 16 this season.
World champion-elect Sebastien Loeb will miss the Rally of Turkey after breaking his arm while on a training ride in the run-up to the event.
The Frenchman, who has been largely untouchable this season, is only six points away from a third consecutive world title, but will now almost certainly concede ground to main pursuer Marcus Gronholm.
"Loeb was riding a mountain bike when he fell and got injured," a Kronos team spokesman confirmed, revealing that the Frenchman will miss the 13th round of 16 this season.
Given the proximity of the following event, in Australia, it is conceivable that Loeb may be absent for two rounds, before returning in six week's time in New Zealand. The identity of his replacement has yet to be confirmed, with a pairing of Dani Sordo and Xavier Pons a possibility, unless Kronos and Citroen decide to blood a newcomer, such as Britain's Kris Meeke.
More to follow soon...
