Hip treated
Jamie Spencer is recovering after undergoing surgery following a fall on the gallops in Newmarket on Friday.
Jamie Spencer (photo: hamishNIVENPhotography)
Sky Sports report that Spencer was riding out for trainer David Simcock when his mount slipped and unshipped his Classic-winning rider, who was taken to Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge for treatment on his hip.
Spencer posted his thanks to Addenbroke’s staff on his Twitter account on Sunday.
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