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Haas Driver Ryo Hirakawa’s Thrilling TPC Test Cut Short by Shocking Crash at Zandvoort!

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October 23, 2025
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Haas Driver Ryo Hirakawa’s Thrilling TPC Test Cut Short by Shocking Crash at Zandvoort!

Haas F1 Team’s Testing Nightmare: Ryo Hirakawa’s Shocking Crash Ends TPC Session Early!

In a dramatic twist at Zandvoort, Ryo Hirakawa’s highly anticipated session with the Haas F1 Team turned into a nail-biting spectacle as he crashed during a Testing Previous Car (TPC) outing on Monday. This harrowing incident has raised eyebrows ahead of his crucial role in Friday’s opening practice for the Mexico City Grand Prix, where he is set to fill in for Oliver Bearman in his third stint with the American squad.

The stakes were high for Haas, which is embarking on its inaugural TPC program this year—an achievement that marks a significant milestone in the team’s journey since entering Formula 1 in 2016. The TPC format allows teams to conduct private tests with older cars that adhere to technical regulations from the past three seasons, providing a unique opportunity for development and performance assessment.

However, Hirakawa’s day took a catastrophic turn as he lost control of the vehicle while exiting the notorious Masterbocht, Turn 8. Witnesses reported the 31-year-old driver barreling out of the corner, only to spin violently in a shocking sequence of three full 360-degree rotations. The chaos culminated in a devastating impact, with the car skidding across the grass and crashing into the barriers at Turn 9—first with the nose and then the rear, causing extensive damage.

A chilling video of the incident quickly circulated on social media, capturing the heart-stopping moment that left fans and team members alike in disbelief. Hirakawa is now fervently hoping this crash is the last of its kind as he prepares to take to the track at the 4.3km Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez this Friday.

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu remains optimistic about the upcoming race, with hopes pinned on both Hirakawa and Esteban Ocon to boost the team’s total of 48 points. Currently, Haas is locked in a fierce battle for eighth place in the Constructors’ Championship, trailing Sauber—who holds an 11-point advantage—with only five race weekends remaining, including the pivotal Mexican event.

“The Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez is a very unique track,” Komatsu stated in the team’s preview. “It has the highest altitude that we face, which means our high-downforce package will only produce low downforce, plus cooling is the biggest issue. Looking at the VF-25 with our high-downforce package, and if we do the basics, I see no reason we shouldn’t be going for points.”

As Hirakawa prepares to rejoin his team, Komatsu emphasized the necessity of focusing on their overall process rather than fixating solely on results. “The result will be what it will be,” he noted, highlighting the importance of their approach to the challenges ahead.

With tensions high and eyes firmly fixed on the upcoming practice session, the motorsport world will be watching closely to see if Hirakawa can turn this setback into a triumphant comeback. Stay tuned for more updates as the thrilling 2025 F1 season unfolds!

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