Trapped between the support fence and the grandstand fence. So Zhou’s car was left after the terrible accident at the start of the British GP. Photo: AFP
The British Grand Prix, the tenth round of the 2022 Formula 1 World Championship, got off to a terrifying start that paralyzed hearts after the accident involving China’s Guanyu Zhou and Thailand’s Alexander Albon at the traditional Silverstone circuit.
The stewards showed the red flag after Zhou’s Alfa Romeo crashed into the containment fence at the first corner of the British track after it overturned and moved on the track after being hit by the Mercedes of British George Russell. he too out of the race.
Authorities have reported that Zhou and Albon are doing well after being transferred to the Silverstone medical center following the impact with Russell and Japan’s Yuki Tsunoda (Alpha Tauri), who managed to get back into the race.
Zhou’s car, out of control, flew into one of the stands. There you can see how some cautious onlookers have left their seats when they see the car flying towards them.
Russell’s reaction was also incredible, as he barely stopped his drive in the Mercedes who raced to assist Zhou also beating the marshals and paramedics in the race. The British, with an inadvisable maneuver, were the ones who inadvertently caused the accident.
In the midst of all the drama, to complete the chaotic scenario, the English police prevented demonstrators from entering the track to stage a protest against the holding of a race which was then followed by an unexpected event for Max Verstappen when he was leading the competition. .
The accident
The accident with Gasly’s car
Source: Clarin
