Top Gear presenter Richard Hammond has suffered a "significant brain injury" after crashing a jet-powered car at speeds of up to 300mph during filming.
Doctors at Leeds General Infirmary said they were "reasonably optimistic" the 36-year-old would make a good recovery.
The BBC, which is likely to face close scrutiny, has begun an inquiry. The police and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) are also investigating.
Event organisers insisted that proper safety precautions were taken.
Hammond's father, Alan, was reported to be looking after the presenter's two daughters. He told the Evening Standard newspaper he was "just hoping Richard pulls through". "At the moment we are not sure if he is going to live or die. His children are very confused," he said.
Hope he makes a speedy and complete recovery.
Surprised that I couldn't find the news anywhere either on TE or FE. Regular views of Top Gear must know him as hamster.
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