Norton breaks collarbone and cracks ribs in Chester fall

Franny Norton faces six to eight weeks out after a fall at ChesterCredit: Edward Whitaker

Franny Norton was recovering on Saturday after sustaining a broken collarbone and three cracked ribs following a fall on Thomas Cranmer at Chester on Friday.

Norton was taken to hospital after the Mark Johnston-trained two-year-old clipped heels and fell over a furlong out but was discharged on Saturday.

Charlie Johnston, assistant to his father, said at Chester on Saturday: "I spoke to Franny last night and this morning and he's in good spirits all things considered.

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Keith MelroseBetting editor

Published on 10 September 2016inNews

Last updated 16:32, 10 September 2016

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