A stubbed toe once sidelined me for two days, but the same can’t be said for Formula One driver Fernando Alonso.
During Australian Grand Prix action on Saturday afternoon, Alonso caught part of Esteban Gutierrez’s ride as he tried to pass him on Lap 17. The result was not good, as what followed was one of the most intense crashes you will ever see.
Not only did Alonso still have a pulse after his car broke into hundreds of pieces before coming to rest against a wall, but he was also able to walk away from the wreck under his own power. Hell, Alonso didn’t suffer any injuries in the crash but still told media outlets after the race that he felt lucky to be alive.
Based on this picture of the aftermath, we’ll say that’s a fairly accurate assessment:
h/t Deadspin
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