An incredible one, as well terrible accident took place at a motor race in Portimao, Portugal.
During the tests of the Porsche Sprint Challenge Iberica, the driver, Alex Area, lost control of his racing vehicle at the entrance to a turn, causing him to leave at a very high speed at protective rubbers.
In fact, the collision was so severe that the car rose several meters in the air and went over railings as a result land on the track stands!
Miraculously there were no people at this point, as, as can be seen from the video, there were people watching the match just a few meters away.
Fortunately, and Porsche driver he got out of the race car unharmed, with the track people taking him to the hospital for tests.
This was during a practice session for Porsche Sprint Challenge Iberica, who are supporting the FIA ​​World Endurance Championship this weekend ??pic.twitter.com/IESsH0yRK5
— WTF1 (@wtf1official) April 14, 2023
So this happened today @AIAPortimao Alexandre Areia crashed over the barriers & flipped into the grandstands during practice for Porsche Sprint Challenge Iberica, thankfully & Testament to the safety of the car, the driver was ok & no fans where involved.#PorscheMotorRacing pic.twitter.com/fiRFnV3T4O
— Porsche Motor Racing (@racing_porsche) April 14, 2023
Source: Sport Fm
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