Lars van Berkel suffers a broken upper arm

Lars van Berkel experienced a significant setback during the ADAC Masters event in Grevenbroich after a promising start. Following a strong eighth-place finish in the opening moto, van Berkel encountered misfortune in the second race when he was involved in a crash. The situation worsened when another rider landed on top of him, resulting in a serious injury. The crash led to van Berkel breaking his upper arm, an injury that will force him to take an extended break from competition. This development is particularly disappointing given his competitive form earlier in the event. The injury not only ended his participation in the current race but also ruled him out of the upcoming Dutch Masters of Motocross in Heerde, which was scheduled for the following day. Van Berkel’s absence will be felt by his team and fans, as he had been showing promising form in the early stages of the season. The injury highlights the inherent risks of motocross, where even experienced riders can face sudden and severe setbacks. Recovery and rehabilitation will now be the priority as van Berkel looks to return to racing once fully healed.