Smith has been waiting for a race after a recent break in fixtures

Polaris World rider Bradley Smith has said he is hoping he can challenge at the MotoGP in Brno after an injury-plagued start to the season.

The Oxford-born rider said: "I'm fully fit at last and can't wait for the second part of the season.

"There are 175 points up for grabs and I know what I have to do, starting on Sunday, which should suit my Aprilia.

"The last week has been dragging and I can't wait for that first practice session on Friday."