British Formula Four driver Billy Monger has had his lower legs amputated after an horrific crash at the Donington Park circuit near Castle Donington in Leicestershire, England on Sunday (local time).
The 17-year-old, who smashed at speed into the back of another car that had halted on the track, was trapped in the wreckage for more than 90 minutes before being extricated and flown to hospital.
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Teen racing driver loses legs after horror crash
The motorsport community has rallied to support 17-year-old Formula Four driver Billy Monger, who had both lower legs amputated after a horror crash on Sunday.
"Due to the injuries sustained and despite every effort, Billy has sadly had both lower legs amputated," the FIA sanctioned series said in a statement.
"He has been kept in an induced coma while undergoing surgery, from which he is expected to be woken in the next few days."
A crowd-funding site was set up to raise funds for the teenager's medical treatment and recovery, with Formula One drivers joining the motorsport community in expressing support on Twitter.
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, @BillyMonger
— Lewis Hamilton (@LewisHamilton) April 19, 2017
Please give Billy some support if you can. Keep boxing mate https://t.co/nmFu8nFN6s
— Mark Webber (@AussieGrit) April 19, 2017
On the Just Giving site, a statement from the Monger family reads: "After being involved in one of the most horrific crashes Motorsport has seen, Billy Monger is a teenager that needs little introduction. Thousands of people have already watched the haunting footage of the crash which left Billy fighting for his life."
"Billy is a complete one off, a cracking young man with a spark that makes it impossible for anyone not to like him. Full of spirit, Billy is one of those people that instantly lights up a room."
Reuters
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