SAD NEWS: A Formula 1 driver was killed in a violent car crash This Morning And Was…
Tragically, a Formula 1 driver was killed in a violent car crash on June 19, 2024, near the Miami F1 track. The accident occurred when the driver’s vehicle crashed on the freeway overpass, somersaulted over a barrier, and landed on the track at Turn 16. The driver was ejected from the car and died at the scene. This incident has cast a shadow over the racing community, highlighting the inherent dangers associated with high-speed motorsport environments (GPFans) (RacingNews365).
The accident happened in an area of the Miami track known for its temporary infrastructure, which is often removed when not in use for races (GPFans). This tragic event has once again underscored the critical need for rigorous safety measures and the continuous evolution of safety protocols in and around racing circuits.
A tragic incident occurred at the Miami Grand Prix circuit where a driver was killed following a severe car crash. The crash happened near the Hard Rock Stadium, with the driver being ejected from the vehicle after it flipped upside down. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident is under investigation to determine the exact cause of the crash (GPFans) .
Lando Norris snatches Spanish GP pole from Max Verstappen
After finding a couple more tenths in his final run, it looked like Verstappen perhaps had pole in the bag, only for Norris to deliver a 1:11.383, bettering Verstappen by just 0.02s to snatch pole for himself.
It will be an all-Mercedes second row, Lewis Hamilton outqualifying George Russell for just the second time this season, with Charles Leclerc ahead of Ferrari team-mate and home hero Carlos Sainz on row three.
Pierre Gasly, Esteban Ocon, Oscar Piastri and Fernando Alonso complete the top 10 for the Spanish Grand Prix grid.