The driver of a Formula One racing car involved in a cringe-worthy crash Sunday was posting on social media within hours of the accident, citing a safety device for saving his life.
The incident took place at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone speedway.
Chinese Formula One driver Zhou Guanyu’s car was hit by another vehicle, according to USA Today.
The car of driver George Russell appeared to be hit from behind, sending his car into Zhou’s Alfa Romeo.
Zhou’s car flipped immediately after that initial contact and skidded, leaving a trail of sparks.
It’s a miracle that Zhou Guanyu escaped his Alfa Romeo alive.
As noted by ESPN, the Halo entered Formula One racing in 2018 as a step to save lives, but “was controversial, with many traditionalists as it was such a big step away from the unprotected look of cars.”
According to the Daily Mail, the device proved its worth in a separate race at the same track Sunday.
During the F2 feature race, racer Dennis Hauger landed on top of Israeli Roy Nissany in an accident.