Summary
Martin Donnelly, a former Formula One driver whose career ended after a major crash in 1990, is planning to return to a racetrack in Adelaide. The crash, which had significant impact on his life and career, inspired a 2025 Brad Pitt film about Formula One racing. Donnelly aims to find closure by getting back on the track where he intended to race 35 years ago.
Key Facts
- Martin Donnelly had a life-changing crash during the 1990 Spanish Grand Prix, ending his Formula One career.
- The crash at Jerez involved his car hitting barriers at 160 mph, leaving him with severe injuries.
- Donnelly's story inspired a 2025 film starring Brad Pitt, highlighting a race driver's comeback after a crash.
- He plans to drive in Adelaide, hoping to achieve something he couldn't after his accident.
- Donnelly was once the number one driver for his team, with a promising career ahead before the crash.
- Ayrton Senna, a fellow driver and friend, was present during the crash and supported Donnelly afterward.
- Despite his injuries, Donnelly continued racing in other formats and participated in demo events with F1 cars.
- Lewis Hamilton, a famous F1 driver, contacted Donnelly to use footage of his crash for the film.
