Sam Bird has undergone a successful operation on his injured hand, as Taylor Barnard will continue to race with McLaren in Berlin Formula E weekend.
The NEOM McLaren Formula E Team is pleased to confirm that Sam Bird has undergone a successful surgery on his left hand, following an injury he incurred during the Monaco E-Prix last weekend. The positive outcome of the medical intervention means that Sam and the team can now look forward to a speedy recovery and a return to racing soon.
Due to the nature of the injury, the team will commit to Taylor Barnard as its driver for the Berlin E-Prix, driving the #8 car for the team during the event. As the team’s Reserve and Development Driver, he will temporarily be replacing Sam Bird, while Sam is working on a full recovery.
The NEOM McLaren Formula E Team is supporting Sam and his recovery, to ensure he can compete again as quickly as achievable. Ian James, Team Principal, NEOM McLaren Formula E Team & Managing Director, NEOM McLaren Electric Racing, said:
“We’re very pleased to report positive progress on Sam’s recovery, with a successful operation on his hand supporting his journey back into the car. Taylor did a stellar job in his last-minute call-up in Monaco, as did the team, who provided him with great support and guidance throughout. He will now be able to build on that experience, while Sam works on his recovery – with the team’s full support. We’re looking forward to having Sam back in the car soon.”
[Note: The story is as per press release]