Peter Hickman has announced that the number of surgeries for nerve injuries is expected to rise following a severe crash during the 2025 practice week at the Man TT Island. The 14-time TT winner, who was a strong contender for this year’s race and had co-ownership of the 8ten racing team with Davee Todd, suffered multiple injuries in the accident.
Despite the setback, Hickman shared on social media that he is scheduled for surgery to address a nerve injury on his right side this Friday. While his overall recovery is progressing well, doctors remain uncertain about the exact cause of the nerve damage.
Hickman reported, “Overall, my recovery has been quite good. My bones, including my shoulders, ribs, and back, are healing well, and I can move around fairly easily.” He added that although he has some issues with his left knee, he can still walk without major difficulty. Nearly eight weeks have passed since the crash at the Isle of Man TT, and despite fans hoping he might race again soon, complications with his right arm have made that impossible.
He explained, “My right arm isn’t functioning properly due to severe damage to the brachial nerve and the x-fossa nerve on that side. My right deltoid muscle hasn’t worked at all, so I can’t lift my arm very well.” Currently in London preparing for the upcoming Bennetts British Superbike weekend, Hickman said, “On Friday the 25th, I’ll undergo surgery where nerve specialists will assess and manipulate the affected area to understand the extent of the damage.” Although an MRI confirmed serious nerve injury, the exact diagnosis will only be clear after surgery.
He concluded, “Fingers crossed that by tomorrow evening or Saturday morning, we’ll have a clearer picture of what’s going on.”
Fan Take: This update is crucial for racing enthusiasts because Peter Hickman has been a dominant figure in the sport, and his health directly impacts the competition’s intensity. His nerve injury surgery highlights the physical risks riders face and underscores the resilience needed to stay at the top of this high-stakes sport.
