Porsche driver crashes at California racetrack on corkscrew
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- Manuel Gil Del Real lost brake function while approaching the Zanardi Corkscrew at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, causing his Porsche 911 to go airborne after hitting the curb at full speed.
- The car cleared the tire wall and crashed through the protective catch fence, breaking apart as it somersaulted into the trees beyond the track.
- Despite the violent crash, Del Real survived and was airlifted to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment.
- Porsche Motorsport North America confirmed that Del Real is awake and receiving medical care following the incident.
