Teen motocross sustains serious injuries after crash: Jantz Grodzicki put on life support
Jantz Grodzicki crashed during Florida race
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Posted: 11/26/2012
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SAN DIEGO - Friends and family of a teen motocross racer who suffered serious injuries after a crash during a race in Florida are praying for a miracle Monday.
They said 16-year-old Jantz Grodzicki was about to turn professional and on Friday, he took part in a sanctioned amateur race in Alachua, Flo. near Gainesville.
Friends said he went over a jump and lost control.
Grodzicki was rushed to the hospital and placed on life support.
On Saturday, hundreds attended a vigil in Scripps Ranch to show their support for Grodzicki. During the vigil, friends learned that Grodzicki's condition has improved slightly.
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