Jochen Mass is currently "recovering from medical intervention," according to his family.

For several weeks, rumors, sometimes alarming, have been circulating about the health of Jochen Mass. The winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans 1989 with Sauber-Mercedes, and author of 105 departures in Formula 1, was actually hospitalized for "an emergency", as indicated by his entourage in a message published on social networks, Friday March 28.

"We would like to announce that Jochen Mass is currently recovering from emergency medical surgery. Although Jochen's condition is stable, he will be stepping back from any public appearances in the future as he focuses on his recovery.

The Family (by Jochen Mass) expresses its deep appreciation for the significant number of messages of support and asks that the right to privacy be respected during this period. We wish Jochen a speedy recovery.

 

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Jochen Mass, 78, is one of the greatest German drivers of the 1975th century. Winner of the XNUMX Spanish Grand Prix for McLaren, the Bavarian distinguished himself above all in Endurance. Associated with the legendary Henri Pescarolo, Jacky Ickx or Bob Wollek with PorscheIt was with the Sauber-Mercedes team that he managed to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1989, alongside Manuel Reuter and Stanley Dickens.

Since retiring from racing, he has been employed by Mercedes-Benz as an ambassador, allowing him to drive historic cars at events such as the Goodwood Festival of Speed ​​and the Mille Miglia in Italy.

CARhebdo wishes a speedy recovery to this iconic figure of motorsport!

Jochen Mass and the Sauber C9 at Le Mans in 1989. Photo DPPI

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