Injured in the back after going off the track during private testing at Motorland Aragon, Ferdinand Habsburg was replaced at Spa-Francorchamps for the second race in a row by Jules Gounon in the No. 35 Alpine, which was already the case at the 6 Hours of ‘Imola. If there could be any doubt about his participation in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Austrian published a video on his Instagram account assuring that he will be at the start of the Sarthoise classic, and at 100% of his means.
“ I have just started weight training and preparation to ensure I get back into shape for Le Mans, says Habsburg. It’s very strange not to be at Spa this weekend with my Alpine team. My heart goes out to my teammates, Paul-Loup (Chatin), Charles (Milesi) and Jules (Gounon). »
“ It’s a strange situation to not have control over the speed of your healing, but it’s realityhe admits. I’m making sure that when I get the opportunity to get back in a race car and do what I love, I’ll be there 100% and better than before the accident. Thank you all for your messages. Good luck at Alpine this weekend. »
The first Free Practice session for the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps will take place from 11:30 a.m. this Thursday.
