Valentino Rossi was involved in a Motocross Training accident yesterday, which saw the Italian left in hospital with mild thoracic and abdominal trauma.

Movistar Yamaha released a statement earlier today; 

"Having been diagnosed yesterday evening with mild thoracic and abdominal trauma, following a motocross accident, Movistar Yamaha MotoGP Team rider Valentino Rossi is making positive progress with his recovery."

"Valentino will continue to receive pain relief over the next 12 hours and, over the course of the day, he will undergo routine diagnostic tests. If the results are positive, he may be discharged from the hospital within the day."