Which Impact Killed Hubert?

Which Impact Killed Hubert?

Hubert was killed at Belgium's Spa-Francorchamps circuit on August 31 after losing control of his car and being hit side-on at 218 km/h by American driver Juan Manuel Correa. The report said Hubert's car had been "virtually stationary" at the moment of impact, resulting in a peak impact force of 81.8g.

What caused Hubert crash?

Hubert's car crashed into the tyre barrier on the right side of the track at an acute angle and was deflected sideways into the path of Charouz driver Juan Manuel Correa, who struck the left side of Hubert's car.

How did Hubert F2 die?

Hubert died of "non-survivable trauma" caused by an "extremely high level of energy transferred and dissipated" in three separate impacts. Correa suffered severe leg injuries and is facing months of physical therapy and rehabilitation after undergoing extensive surgery.

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