MANILA, Philippines – Gab Valenciano took to Instagram stories on Sunday, June 2, to assure fans he was doing okay after getting into a motorcycle racing accident in Batangas.
In his post, Gab said he was currently recovering from a sprained ankle and cervical sprain/spasms. He was still waiting for the final assessment.
Gab also shared how it happened.
"Another rider came out of nowhere and hit me from the rear, so I violently veered towards the barrier, flew accross a 10 ft drop and finally was stopped by hitting a tree.
"But that's racing and it happens. Sometimes even worse.
"Can't complain and I'm thankful to God for protecting me still
"Thank you to the emergency crew who put in the work to make sure I was okay. Will be back for round 3 next month stronger than ever."
Gab also sought prayers for another rider who also got into a crash.
Gab's girlfriend Joann Santiago was with him at the hospital and posted a message on Instagram stories as well. She wrote, "Thank God you're whole and not a single fracture in your body was seen. Almost had a heart attack when you disappeared on the track.
"Accidents do happen and I thank the Lord for protecting you and for sending you a guardian angel that saved you from serious damage with that kind of crash.
"It could have been worse. Love you, please get well very soon."
Gab thanked his girlfriend, sharing a photo of her on Instagram as well.
– Rappler.com
