Project 1 AO’s Porsche 911 RSR 19 has been withdrawn from the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps meeting, following PJ Hyett’s off at Raidillon in Qualifying earlier today.
The American lost the rear of the car up the hill early in the session, which sent him into a spin and nose first into the barriers hard. The impact damaged the car significantly, the team admitting it wouldn’t be possible to repair it in time for tomorrow’s race.
As for Hyett, he walked away but was taken to hospital for assessment. Thankfully, the team has revealed that Hyett didn’t suffer any severe injuries in the incident.
“We were of course very concerned about PJ’s condition, the impact was quite severe,” said team boss Axel Funke.
“We assume that he will be fit again for Le Mans, we know about his speed and that we are able to win with him, Gunnar (Jeanette), Matteo (Cairoli) and the team. I’m very happy that he’s already feeling better.”
The team will assess the damage to the Porsche further next week when it returns to its base in Lohne.
Image courtesy of Jakob Ebrey Photography
