Alex Zanardi has been involved in a serious accident while taking part in the national Paralympic handbike ‘Obiettivo tricolore’ relay race on Friday. Zanardi, who has launched a successful career as a para-athlete since losing his legs in a CART accident at the Lausitzring in 2001, was competeing in the early stages of the event, before being involved in an accident involving a 'heavy vehicle'. Article continues under video A statement from the hospital read: "He was immediately taken care of by the first aid professionals and evaluated in the shock room. "His condition is very serious for the severe head trauma reported, and he is currently undergoing a delicate...
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