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WRC driver Craig Breen crashes in rally Croatia

WRC driver Craig Breen dies in test for rally in Croatia

13 April 2023 at 14:27
Last update 13 April 2023 at 15:29
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Irishman Craig Breen, competing in the World Rally Championship on behalf of Hyundai, has died Thursday afternoon during a test before the Croatia rally, his team reported in a statement.

It is still unclear what exactly happened. Hyundai writes that his co-pilot, James Fulton, was unharmed in the accident. The team extends its condolences to Breen's family, friends and fans. Hyundai is not making any further announcements for the time being.

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has now expressed his condolences via Twitter. He writes: