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It's a miracle - fireball crash victim Millroy praises rescuer Hartog

It's a miracle - fireball crash victim Millroy praises rescuer Hartog

Summary

British racing driver Ollie Millroy survived a fiery crash during the China GT Championship after fellow racer Loek Hartog rescued him from his burning car. Millroy is now recovering in a hospital in China and is grateful for Hartog’s quick actions that likely saved his life.

Key Facts

  • Ollie Millroy crashed at the Shanghai International Circuit, and his Ferrari caught fire.
  • Millroy was trapped in his burning car for over a minute before Loek Hartog stopped and helped.
  • Hartog used a fire extinguisher to control the flames and pulled Millroy out safely.
  • Millroy suffered fractures and a punctured lung but escaped severe burns.
  • Millroy does not remember the accident and is dealing with the mental impact of it.
  • Hartog, aged 23, races Porsche cars in GT racing and plans to return to China to meet Millroy.
  • Millroy intends to keep racing after recovering.
  • Millroy’s wife has been caring for him since the crash, while their children are with her sister.
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