F1 Academy champion gives health update after massive fireball crash
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What happened after F1 Academy champion’s terrifying fireball crash
- Former F1 Academy champion Marta Garcia crashed during a Le Mans Cup race in Barcelona after her Porsche was hit from behind, causing it to hit a tyre barrier and catch fire.
- Garcia was briefly trapped in the smoke-filled car before marshals helped her escape through the passenger door.
- She was taken to the hospital for precautionary checks due to smoke inhalation but was released on Tuesday.
- The other driver, Elesio Donno, took responsibility for the incident.
- Garcia's team, Iron Dames, confirmed she is recovering well and thanked the marshals and medical staff.