Indy – News from Hinchcliffe

Published on 19/05/2015 à 08:27

0 View comments)

Doctor of theIndyCar Series, Dr. Michael Olinger gave more information overnight regarding the state of health of James Hinchcliffe, victim of a violent shock during the free practice sessions held yesterday at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. “James Hinchcliffe underwent surgery May 18 at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis following an injury to his left thigh. He was transferred to the intensive care unit and his condition remains stable. »

“Obviously we are relieved to know that James is awake and finished with the procedure he underwent, said Sam Schmidt, owner of Schmidt Peterson Motorsports, the team whose colors the Canadian defends. The most important thing in our eyes from now on is to do absolutely everything necessary to ensure a complete recovery. » A Honda spokesperson indicated according to the latest IndyCar press release that a suspension problem was obviously the cause of the accident.

The Schmidt Peterson Motorsports team which, if it wishes to see the No. 12 Dallara DW5-Honda at the start of the 99th edition of the Indianapolis 500 this Sunday, will have to find a replacement.

0 View comments)