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Explaining everything about Anthoine Hubert’s tragic death
Anthoine Hubert tragically died at the 2019 Belgian F1 Grand Prix weekend at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit after a crash. He was competing in the Formula 2 race representing the British team Arden when the fatal incident occurred. The crash happened during the F2 race a day before the F1 Grand Prix.
During the F2 race, Anthoine Hubert hit the barrier and was struck by Juan Manuel Correa, resulting in the fatal accident that claimed his life and left Correa with serious injuries. The tragedy unfolded at the Radillon curve due to a punctured tire causing a previous crash by driver Giuliano Alesi.
Lewis Hamilton, who noticed the incident on TV while giving interviews, was visibly concerned about Anthoine Hubert’s fate. Meanwhile, Charles Leclerc won his first F1 Grand Prix and dedicated his victory to Hubert in a touching display of remembrance.
Pierre Gasly, a close friend of Hubert, paid his respects along with other drivers. Every F1 driver raced with Hubert’s car number inside a star during the next Grand Prix as a tribute. The FIA investigation concluded that no driver was to blame for the crash that resulted in Hubert’s tragic passing.
