1 Sep 2019, 13:29. Correa suffered 20 fractures to his legs, as well as fractured vertebra, and spent two weeks in an induced coma. Juan Manuel Correa to make F3 comeback after recovering from leg, spine and lung injuries in 2019 Spa F2 crash which killed Anthoine Hubert. The race was cancelled after the crash on the second lap at Spa-Francorchamps. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Today 1 year ago we lost a very talented driver, son, friend etc. Juan Manuel Correa (centre) takes part in a minute of silence for the late Anthoine Hubert before the Belgium Grand Prix in August 2020. 18 Months After the Tragedy at Spa, Juan Manuel Correa Is Returning to Racing In 2019, Correa was injured badly in a deadly Formula 2 crash at Spa … He underwent 25 bouts of surgery to his legs but avoided amputation. Driver safety was questioned from the very beginning. Juan Manuel Correa shares leg X-rays Source:Supplied F2 driver Juan Manuel Correa’s road to recovery continues after he was involved in a fatal crash during the Belgian Grand Prix last year. However, the horrid crash involving Juan Manuel Correa and Anthoine Hubert leading to the tragic death of Anthoine Hubert has showcased us all the risks and dangers associated with motor racing. In the high-speed incident involving Hubert and Juan Manuel Correa … More. Juan Manuel Correa hit the left-hand side of Anthoine Hubert's car at an approximate angle of 86 degrees and a speed of 218 km/h, while the car … Juan Manuel Correa broke both legs and damaged back in fatal Formula 2 collision with Anthoine Hubert. Sauber Junior driver Correa was diagnosed with fractures to both of his legs and a minor spinal injury in the aftermath of the accident. Juan Manuel Correa shares leg X-rays Source:Supplied F2 driver Juan Manuel Correa’s road to recovery continues after he was involved in a fatal crash during the Belgian Grand Prix last year. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Juan Manuel Correa, who was involved in the crash that killed fellow Formula 2 driver Anthoine Hubert last year, has shown off the X-ray of his broken legs for the first time. August 27, 2020 – Targeting a return to motorsports, American standout Juan Manuel Correa returned to Spa-Francorchamps, the site of his horrific crash one year ago this weekend. Formula 2 driver Juan Manuel Correa has spoken publicly for the first time since being severely injured in the that crash that killed Anthoine Hubert. Correa spent three weeks in an induced coma, regained consciousness, but now faces a long wait to discover whether the extensive injuries to his right foot will fully heal. At Austria's Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Juan Manuel Correa made his first metres in Formula 3 this weekend. Australia and China GPs postponed in revised F1 calendar for 2021, Sign up to The Recap, our weekly email of editors’ picks. The Frenchman was powerless as his car hit the barriers and rebounded back onto the track and into the path of Correa, who had no time to react as he T-boned Hubert's car at 150mph. The statement read: "The American suffered fractures to both of his legs and a minor spinal injury in the incident and was airlifted to hospital where he underwent surgery last night. Correa will be back on track in … Sergio Pérez and Lance Stroll tested positive for the virus last season. Both 2018 GP3 champion Hubert and Correa were involved in their first F2 season, the Sauber Junior Team rookie also on the books of Formula 1 team Alfa Romeo as a development driver. The Ecuadorian-American driver signed with Formula 3 team ART Grand Prix last February, ending his long period of rehabilitation. The FIA said in a subsequent report that Correa hit Hubert’s virtually stationary car at 218kph (135mph). Hubert died aged 22 after he crashed and his stationary car was then hit by Correa’s during the Belgian Grand Prix support race at Spa-Francorchamps. It was confirmed on Sunday morning that the young American is in a stable condition in hospital having also suffered a minor spinal injury. Despite the severity of his injuries, Correa remembers everything about that day. Juan Manuel Correa’s inspirational return to racing has taken a giant leap forward after the Ecuadorian-American returned to a racetrack for his first official Formula 3 test at the Red Bull Ring, and he was surprised to get up to speed as quickly as he did, even providing his team ART Grand Prix with valuable data ahead of the new campaign, despite heading to Austria purely for mileage. “I never lost consciousness, which is a bit weird because it was a big impact—big Gs on … Juan Manuel Correa almost died four days after his F2 crash and says the blame lies with the FIA as they left no one behind to explain to his doctors the severity of his crash. Juan Manuel Correa broke both legs and damaged back in fatal Formula 2 collision with Anthoine Hubert. The crash, on Saturday during the Belgian Grand Prix weekend, claimed the life of Correa’s Formula 2 rival Anthoine Hubert. A moment's silence was held at the Belgian circuit where the 22-year-old's mother and brother were embraced by Hubert's former competitors, such as Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc. Now thankfully on the road to recovery, Correa has returned to the Belgian track this weekend, as the sport pays tribute to the dearly missed Frenchman. Meanwhile, Pierre Gasly has become the sixth Formula One driver to test positive for Covid-19. ... ©1999-2017 Crash Media Group. The Ecuadorian-American will race for ART Grand Prix in this year’s Formula 3 Championship, as he resumes his pursuit of an F1 seat. Apr 28, 2020. American race car driver Juan Manuel Correa has been placed in a medically induced coma after a crash at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit during the Belgian Grand Prix on August 31. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. ESPN. “Announcing my return to the race tracks is one of the proudest moments in my professional career,” Correa said in a statement, promising to honour Hubert’s memory when he began racing again for the ART Formula Three team. Juan Manuel Correa, the driver seriously injured in a Formula 2 crash which killed Anthoine Hubert in Belgium last weekend, has been placed in an induced coma. In August 2019, Juan Manuel Correa was involved in a tragic accident during the Formula 2 race at Spa Francorchamps that … Juan Manuel Correa (21) kehrt auf die Rennstrecken zurück. "The team sincerely thanks the Spa-Francorchamps marshals and safety teams for their speedy response and care at the accident scene yesterday.". Correa sustained 20 fractures to his legs and feet, spending two weeks in an induced coma and wearing a leg brace for more than a year. I’m feeling OK, and will continue to follow my training plan from home while I remain in isolation.”. For other inquiries, Contact Us. JUAN MANUEL CORREA remains in intensive care after breaking both of his legs in the horrifying Formula 2 crash that claimed the life of Anthoine Hubert. After the feature race was cancelled as the full scale of the tragedy became apparent, Sunday's print race was also called off as the world of motorsport mourned the loss of a young star. Email. It’s hard to overstate what Juan Manuel Correa has been through in the past six months. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. In an interview with German television NTV earlier this week, Correa described the seriousness of his … Is Hamilton the GOAT? Last modified on Mon 1 Feb 2021 12.25 EST. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Formula 2 driver Juan Manuel Correa stands up for first time since the fatal crash at the Belgian Grand Prix. Juan Manuel Correa announced his return to racing on Monday after recovering from the severe leg injuries he sustained in the 2019 Formula Two crash in which Anthoine Hubert died. Marc Mayo. Juan Manuel Correa announced his return to racing on Monday after recovering from the severe leg injuries he sustained in the 2019 Formula Two crash in which Anthoine Hubert died. Juan Manuel Correa was signed as Alfa Romeo Racing's development driver for the 2019 season. Formula 2 driver Juan Manuel Correa has spoken publicly for the first time since being severely injured in the that crash that killed Anthoine Hubert. The British driver Lando Norris and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc both tested positive for Covid-19 last month following time in Dubai. 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The AlphaTauri driver, who won the Italian Grand Prix last year, contracted the virus in Dubai and wrote on Twitter: “I wanted to let you know that I tested positive for Covid-19. Juan Manuel Correa American race car driver Juan Manuel Correa has been placed in a medically induced coma after a crash at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit during the … Juan Manuel Correa has spoken to South American news outlets about the severity of the injuries he is recovering from as a result of his Formula 2 crash at Spa-Francorchamps.. Feb 1, 2021. Formula 2 driver Juan Manuel Correa remains in an induced coma following the crash at Spa-Francorchamps that also claimed the life of Anthoine Hubert. Following his horror crash at Spa-Francorchamps in 2019, the two-day FIA Formula 3 test embodies Correa's official return to motorsport.. "He is currently resting in Intensive Care and his parents are with him. Bryn LennonGetty Images. Hubert subsequently died from his injuries, [6] and Correa's injuries were severe enough to eliminate him from further competition in the 2019 Formula 2 season. The Frenchman was the first driver to die at a Formula One race weekend since the Brazilian triple champion Ayrton Senna and the Austrian Roland Ratzenberger at Imola in Italy in 1994. “My dream is still to reach F1 and this is the first step in my comeback.”. Driver involved in F2 crash in which Anthoine Hubert died, Correa to race in F3 after recovering from leg injuries. During his karting days, he was noticed by the now-defunct Formula One team Lotus F1's driver's program. I have told everyone I’ve been in contact with during these last days. Feb 11 2020. Juan Manuel Correa, who was involved in the crash that killed fellow Formula 2 driver Anthoine Hubert last year, has shown off the X-ray of his broken legs for the first time.