WEC - Ferdinand Habsburg injured during testing at MotorLand-Aragon

After a convincing seventh place for the #35 A424 a the end of the 1812km of Qatar, Alpine took part - last week - in private tests to prepare for the rest of the season, and in particular the 92nd edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans (June 15-16), which is just around the corner.

Seven drivers were there for the occasion, namely the six regulars, joined by reserve driver Jules Gounon. Unfortunately, the planned endurance simulation was not able to go ahead after the unfortunate Ferdinand Habsburg suffered a violent crash.

Having heard all sorts of conflicting reports about the Austrian's state of health and the cause of the crash, we contacted Alpine to find out what really happened. And here is the reply of the French manufacturer :

On the afternoon of March 27, 2024, during the A424 test session in Motorland (Aragon), driver Ferdinand Habsburg had an accident at Turn 7. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation. Ferdinand was taken to the hospital in Alcañiz for examinations and was discharged in the evening. The next day, he was repatriated to Austria, where he underwent further examinations.

Ferdinand suffers from two fractured lumbar vertebrae, with no neurological impact. He is beginning his recovery, the duration of which has not yet been defined. It will determine its participation in the next round of the FIA WEC at Imola.

Alpine gives Ferdinand its full support and wishes him the best and quickest recovery.

The Endurance-Info editorial team joins Alpine in wishing Ferdinand Habsburg a speedy recovery, and we hope to see him back in full health as soon as possible alongside Charles Milesi and Paul-Loup Chatin behind the wheel of the #35 A424.