Monteiro repatriated to Portugal

Victim of an infection shortly before the first race of the World Touring Car Cup (WTCR) in Sochi (Russia), Tiago Monteiro (Honda) was hospitalized for five days to begin treatment.

The Portuguese was able to leave Russia on the evening of Wednesday December 1 to continue his treatment in a hospital near his home in Porto.

“After five days spent in the care of Russian hospital staff, to whom I am very grateful for taking care of me, I am returning to Portugal to continue my treatment, He explains. I would like to thank Honda, JAS Motorsport and Discovery Sports Events for helping me organize my return, as well as Münnich Motorsport, Rosgonki, the FIA ​​and my personal team for their care, help and support during this time.

I feel better every day and look forward to continuing my recovery at home in Portugal. Finally, I also want to say a big thank you for all the kind messages and incredible support people have offered; it was incredible and a great source of motivation.»