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Esteban Ocon suffered a heavy crash during the final practice session in Miami three years ago.
Esteban Ocon recently opened up about the severe effects he experienced following a major crash at the Miami Grand Prix three years ago. During F1’s inaugural event at the Miami International Autodrome, Ocon crashed heavily approaching Turn 14 just 15 minutes into the final practice session. Despite the impact with a concrete wall, Ocon was able to walk away from the collision and compete in the race after skipping qualifying. However, he suffered from concerning symptoms such as blurry vision and headaches for several days post-crash. Ocon’s accident prompted track upgrades, including the installation of TecPro barriers in the affected area. The 29-year-old recalled collapsing in the shower due to balance issues and passing blood in the morning before the race. Despite the physical toll, Ocon finished an impressive eighth in the Grand Prix after starting from the back of the grid.
