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F1 driver Alonso undergoes surgery for fractured jaw after road accident

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McLaren's Spanish driver Fernando Alonso gestures during a press conference at the Circuit de Catalunya on May 11, 2017 in Montmelo on the outskirts of Barcelona ahead of the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix. [AFP PHOTO / LLUIS GENE]

Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso underwent an operation for a fractured jaw and will remain under observation for the next two days following a road accident while cycling in Switzerland, his Alpine team said on Friday.

The 39-year-old double world champion, who was involved in the accident on Thursday, is due to make his Formula One comeback this season after two years out of the sport.

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