News on Peroni's health after his accident

The image captured the entire paddock of Monza (Italy), Saturday September 7. Alexander Peroni's car (Campos) was thrown several meters high following a passage on the “sausage” vibrator at the exit of the Parabolic, before falling against the fence near the marshals. One day after the accident, the Australian pilot's entourage provided more information on his state of health.

“Alex is in the hospital and he was immobilized until scans were performed on his back on Sunday, explains a message on his Facebook account during the night from Saturday to Sunday. His D6 vertebra suffered multiple fractures and the medical team will decide tomorrow (Sunday) if it is necessary to operate. »

Another sensitive point, the head of the 19-year-old young man. “Alex is recovering from a concussion, his helmet is significantly damaged. His life was saved by the Halo, his helmet and the robust survival cell. Team Peroni would like to pay tribute to the people who have campaigned for constant progress in safety. »

Alex will return to Tasmania as soon as possible to rest. » He will obviously not participate in Race 2 of the championship in Italy.