The pilot and co-pilot of one of the powerboats taking part in the Powerboat P1 qualifiers were injured this afternoon.
The police said that the powerboat overturned and the two men had to be taken to hospital, one suffering from slight, the other grievous injuries.
Subsequently, the boat - Metamarine Pignolo 53, did not take part in the race.
See also: http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20090508/sport/powerboat-p1-world-championship-bohinc-and-cangiano-take-pole