Multiple champion Angel Nieto in serious condition

ByAutoSport

Updated 26/07/2017 at 13:04 GMT

Multiple motorcycling title winner Angel Nieto is in a serious condition after he was involved in an traffic accident in Ibiza.

Ángel Nieto

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The 13-time grand prix world champion was riding a quad bike before he was hit from behind by a car and was launched from the vehicle.

Nieto, 70, was taken to hospital with severe head trauma.

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An update on Nieto's status is yet to be confirmed, but local media reports suggest he is currently undergoing surgery and his condition is serious.

Having competed in the grand prix motorcycling from 1964 to 1986, Nieto scored 90 wins during his career and secured 13 titles across the 50cc, the 80cc and 125cc categories.

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