90th Anniversary Running Of The Le Mans 24 Hours, 22-23 June 2013.

[Zuel]

EDIT: Just seen the message, won't post the video here. Just type Allan Simonsen crash on Youtube and it's one of the first results, the Corvette onboard.

Which side was he sat, was it left hand drive or right? If it's right...oh God...

Right side mate.

 

[Furinkazen]

It looks like one of the factory corvettes got into him by accident. Surprised speed has had no mention of this!

No. He lost it on the kerb. The damn video said so.

 

[Panoz]

Who ever win this race, cheer for the Astons for Allan.

 

[Gejabo]

You're right, weren't they saying he was conscious?

They where, but might have had internal injuries.

 

[McLaren]

Just seen that video.

Can I remind everyone it is against the GTP AUP to post fatal crash videos.

The crash in point wasn't fatal at the time of it, so I see nothing wrong with people posting the link to it. So, you can stop with the mini-mod attempt with that font.

 

[CinnamonOD]

You don't see the actual crash happening in the onboard-video, you only see how he spun out right before the crash. Is it still against the AUP?

It doesn't show the crash itself, but the scene and the exact momento..

Yes

 

[Jawehawk]

Just seems so weird how the race just goes on. Don't get me wrong, I don't think they should cancel the race or anything. Just odd is all. Great racing driver, and is surely a great loss to the world of motorsport. Makes it even worse that it happens when they were in such a good position to win the championship in their class.

 

[CarloPlaya]

Yes.

That is just ridiculous. Death is part of life... There isn't any NSFW-content in those videos... I'll edit my posts.

 

[CarBastard]

Alpine Nissan in the garages.

 

[Roger the Horse]

Terrible news. I swear the number of terrible accidents has been much higher this year than the norm.

Then again, all sports are dangerous. You can have a heart attack playing football, or die from injuries in the boxing ring. Even snooker can be dangerous, as those standing around the table have, on rare occasion been subject to the force of a fast travelling ball which as left the table.

We should be thankful that safety in motor racing has improved so much, but these events can never be safe.

RIP Allan Simonsen

 

[phillgt2002]

In the video it seems that he lost control going over the curb. Just simple over correction?

 

[GTracer98]

Well, if the AUP says that, let's respect... It's not like the YouTube search doesn't work.

 

[Furinkazen]

In the video it seems that he lost control going over the curb. Just simple over correction?

Damp road.

 

[CarBastard]

Who ever win this race, cheer for the Astons for Allan.

It will be a grim podium tomorrow regardless of who wins. The only thing that could cheer it up is an Aston victory.

 

[Müle]

Speed Fox Sports still hasn't mentioned it yet as far as i know.

 

[ICEYOU]

No. He lost it on the kerb. The damn video said so.

I can tell your devastated, was he on one of the teams you were rooting for?

 

[TheDabbinDave]

SPEED (live) has still not said anything about Simonsen.

It's sad when race car drivers demonstrate the flaws of race tracks with loss of life.

 

[Mac K]

That is just ridiculous. Death is part of life... There isn't any NSFW-content in those videos... I'll edit my posts.

Wow..

 

[JGreens]

Let's not talk about what who said what or when. It's pointless, bluntly.
Let's keep talking about the LMP2, GT Pro/Am or even LMP1.

 

[LMSCorvetteGT2]

It looks like one of the factory corvettes got into him by accident. Surprised speed has had no mention of this!

Pay attention, the Vette never touched him, and also remember that this isn't the Nascar thread this crowd wont be as easy on you.

 

[Shoe67]

Now I hope the Astons win. Such terrible news Aston deserves this win.

 

[moolett]

In my mind the winners will be Aston Martin.

 

[Mac K]

Rip..

 

[LMSCorvetteGT2]

Now I hope the Astons win. Such terrible news Aston deserves this win.

The Am Class sure, the Pro class is a different story.

 

[Dean]

It's indeed very sad, that Simonsen didn't survive the crash. He made Denmark proud, and may he rest in peace.

 

[GTracer98]

SPEED has still not said anything about Simonsen.

It's sad when race car drivers demonstrate the flaws of race tracks with loss of life.

I'm sure next year in that place will be a tyre wall.

 

[Rossell2]

I would say some people here appear to be in a bit of shock. I'd advise everyone to cool it, go get a drink or some fresh air or something. AUP or not, I think its a good idea we don't post it. Let's discuss that when the dust has settled, its a bit tender right now.

 

[MrPainCake]

R.I.P. Allan Simonsen

 

[phillgt2002]

I'm sure next year in that place will be a tyre wall.

They seriously need to implement tire walls on all corners.

I would say some people here appear to be in a bit of shock. I'd advise everyone to cool it, go get a drink or some fresh air or something. AUP or not, I think its a good idea we don't post it. Let's discuss that when the dust has settled, its a bit tender right now.

👍

 

[ICEYOU]

pay attention, the vette never touched him, and also remember that this isn't the nascar thread this crowd wont be as easy on you.

i realize that thank you very much!