Glock recovering after appendix removal operation

[John S]

I'm sure we all wish him well, although he may miss next test in Spain.

The 28-year-old Virgin driver has had routine keyhole surgery to remove the appendix in Switzerland yesterday morning after being taken ill overnight. Timo is set to miss next week's Barcelona test after the surgery to remove his appendix, Autosport.com can reveal.

The operation was declared a success and there are no doubts that Glock will be fit for the season-opening Australian Grand Prix at the end of the month.

Virgin team principal John Booth will make a final decision on whether Glock will drive in Barcelona next week, with the German believed to be keen to drive, although it is likely team-mate Jerome d'Ambrosio will run on all four days.

"Timo had an operation yesterday to remove his appendix after a sudden case of appendicitis," said Booth.

"The procedure was routine and Timo is recovering well in hospital in Switzerland, where he is likely to remain for a further 24 hours.

"To ensure a swift recovery, it is unlikely that he will take part in next week's test in Barcelona and that Jerome will run on all four days instead.

"We will make a final decision early next week. We look forward to having Timo back with us very soon."

By Edd Straw, Autosport.com, Today.

[Alianora La Canta]

Get well soon, Timo!

[PG_Gabriel]

I had mine out last May, May 28th actually, and i had tickets to go to my first Indy 500... Oh well i guess i get my first this year!

But yes Get Well Timo! for how simple and routine of an operation it is, it can knock you back for a while

[cosworth151]

It's a good thing Timo isn't driving for RBR. Newey might have required them to implant something of equal weight to replace the appendix. It's loss might throw off the balance of the car. 

Have a good time at the race, PG. Enjoy the Indy Dogs & Track Fries!

[Wats-on]

Get well soon.


Loved the phrase: "I might be quicker, because I weigh less then before". 

[lkjohnson1950]

Get well Timo! Let's hope the car is quick enough to let you show your stuff this year.

Lonny