F1
Ayrton Senna once saved F1 star’s life on track as he stopped car ‘exploding’
Ayrton Senna once saved a rival’s life by stopping his own car in the middle of a session and rushing over to lend emergency assistance. The three-time world champion was killed 31 years ago today in a tragic accident at the San Marino Grand Prix. He is fondly remembered as one of the greatest drivers in F1 history and is worshipped in his native Brazil to this day.
Two years before his death, Senna’s bravery helped to save the life of a fellow driver following a huge crash at Spa-Francorchamps. During a practice session ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix in 1992, Erik Comas was knocked unconscious after losing control at the notorious Blanchimont corner. Modern cars navigate the iconic left-hander at full speed, exceeding 190 miles per hour.
