Haas driver Michael Schumacher told fans on Saturday he is safe and sound following an estimated 240 kph (150 mph) crash during qualifying for the Saudi Formula One Grand Prix.
"Hi everyone, I just wanted to say that I’m ok. Thank you for the kind messages. The car felt great @haasf1team, we’ll come back stronger," the racer tweeted.
Sadly, Schumacher will not participate in Sunday's Saudi Formula One Grand Prix, according to his team.
Mike Schumacher on Twitter
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Schumacher's car split in two as it was lifted off the track, revealing just how terrifying the crash was. Miraculously, the driver survived unscathed but was flown to King Fahad Armed Forces Hospital to be checked by doctors.