DTM horror crash: Maximilian Paul with suspected lower leg fracture

The first DTM race at the Norisring was marred by a horrific crash. Maximilian Paul lost control of his Lamborghini Temerario GT3 on an oil spill whilst braking for the Grundig hairpin, crashed violently into the barrier and subsequently struck Kelvin van der Linde at high speed through the driver’s door.

The Lamborghini works driver was taken to hospital immediately after being extricated from the car. It is believed that the driver from Dresden has suffered a broken lower leg and is undergoing further examination at the hospital, as confirmed by an ADAC spokesperson at the Norisring Media Centre. GT-Place will keep you updated with further information.

Kelvin van der Linde was declared to be okay at the Medical Centre, but the BMW works driver was also taken to hospital for further examinations. The ADAC spokesperson explained at the legendary Nuremberg street circuit that the South African wanted to seek a second opinion, as he had reported severe pain following the impact.