Legendary racer Hans Stuck has sustained serious injuries in the hardest crash of his long racing career. It seems that his BMW struck a car that was parked at the side of the track. Shades of Mario Andretti on Lakeshore Blvd. here in Toronto years ago.
Stuck suffered a fractured second lumbar vertebra, a contusion of the heart and the expected bumps and bruises. Fortunately, it sounds like Stuck is doing pretty well all things considered.
Things could have been a whole lot worse, if he had not been wearing a HANS device:
“Without this head and neck protection system, I probably wouldn’t have survived this accident,“ the 56-year-old says. “I will dedicate myself to protecting all drivers in the long distance championship with this safety system in the future.“
Showing his true love for the sport, Hans has promised that he will keep driving as long as he can and is still expecting to drive at Le Mans in June.
Source Hans Stuck via Pitpass
It’s a good thing he was wearing a HANS device during the race. I believe that researcher are still finding new ways to minimize the casualty on drivers and passengers during a crash
hans get well soon want to hear you yodul again have enjoyed your driving for many many years
Along with Ayrton Senna, Stirling Moss, Juan Manuel Fangio one of the best drivers ever. Good luck and get well soon. Racing wo’nt ever be the same without you.