Ferdinand Habsburg could miss the second round of the FIA WEC at Imola after sustaining a back injury from a testing accident at Motorland Aragon.
“On the afternoon of March 27, 2024, during the A424 test session in Motorland (Aragon), driver Ferdinand Habsburg had an accident at Turn 7,” a statement supplied by Alpine read.
“The cause of the accident is currently under investigation. Ferdinand was taken to the hospital in Alcaniz for examinations and was discharged in the evening.
“The next day, he was repatriated to Austria, where he underwent further examinations. Ferdinand suffers from two fractured lumbar vertebrae, with no neurological impact.
“He is beginning his recovery, the duration of which has not yet been defined. It will determine its participation in the next round of the FIA WEC at Imola.
“Alpine gives Ferdinand its full support and wishes him the best and quickest recovery.”
The 6 Hours of Imola takes place on April 21. The French manufacturer has GT3 star Jules Gounon contracted as its Hypercar reserve driver, should Habsburg be deemed unfit to race in Italy.
Comments
