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Daily Mirror
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Liam Llewellyn

Zhou Guanyu speaks out on F1 horror crash as incredible photo shows halo saved life

F1 rookie Zhou Guanyu has thanked the medical staff who came to his aid following the horrific crash at the British GP. His Alfa Romeo flipped upside down and skidded across the track before flipping into the catch fencing. Zhou was travelling at approximately 160mph at Abbey corner when George Russell clipped the back of his car.

Thankfully he was extracted from the wreckage and was said to be was "conscious and talkative" and thankfully did not sustain any serious injuries. Earlier today the 23-year-old took to social media to address the fans following the frightening incident and those who helped him during a very difficult time.

“Hi everyone! Thank you all for the kind messages,” he tweeted. “I want to thank the marshals and the medical team at Silverstone, they were really fantastic. I’m keener than ever to get back on track, see you guys in Austria!”

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