Jenson Button was rammed into by his own team-mate (Image: X)
Jenson Button was rammed into by his own team-mate while leading a race on his return to motorsport. The former Formula One driver was taking part in the FIA World Endurance Challenge for Cadillac.
Button and colleague Alex Lynn were leading the Qatar event and were following the safety car when the incident happened. The 45-year-old, positioned ahead of Lynn, was driving slowly and reduced his speed further to get a run on the cars behind him when the safety car eventually gave way. However, the moment turned out to be a complete disaster for both drivers.
Lynn had not anticipated Button braking and failed to slow down his car in time. He collided with the back of Button’s vehicle and debris flew across the track.
Both cars suffered significant damage as a result of the collision. The front of Lynn’s vehicle carried severe cosmetic harm, while some parts appeared to fall off Button’s rear.
“Oh no! Oh no, the absolute nightmare scenario for JOTA has just happened. Alex Lynn directly into the back of Jenson Button’s car, both cars damaged,” said the FIA’s lead commentator.
Button and Lynn headed straight for the pits so their teams could check out the damage.
MORE TO FOLLOW
We’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.
For the latest news and breaking news visit: express.co.uk/sport/football. Stay up to date with all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you.
Follow us on Twitter @dexpress_sport – the official Daily Express & Express.co.uk Twitter account – providing real news in real time.
We’re also on Facebook @dailyexpresssport – offering your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day to like, comment and share from the Daily Express, Sunday Express and Express.co.uk.