Jan.22 (GMM) 1997 world champion Jacques Villeneuve's uncle has been seriously injured whilst racing a snowmobile in Wisconsin (USA).
52-year-old Jacques Villeneuve, the brother of Ferrari legend Gilles, is in hospital with back and lower body injuries, the Journal de Montreal said, after his ailing vehicle was struck from behind by a competitor at more than 225kph.
Villeneuve, who tried to qualify for three grands prix in the 80s, was thrown from the snowmobile and then struck again by his competitor, the newspaper added.
He was airlifted to hospital with multiple pelvis and leg fractures, and a spinal injury.
Written: Tue, 22 Jan 2008 09:58:21
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