A devastating seven-car pileup during a Nurburgring endurance race left veteran Finnish driver Juha Miettinen dead, with the event immediately stopped and later suspended.
Miettinen was 66 years old. Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen, who was also a part of the race, reacted to his fellow driver's passing.
The crash occurred early in the ADAC 24h Nurburgring Qualifiers, prompting a red flag and emergency response.
Initial reports suggest the incident may have been triggered by oil on the track, though officials have not confirmed a definitive cause.
The crash unfolded at Klostertal, a fast and technical section of the circuit just before the famous Karussell corner.
Driver dies despite rescue efforts, Verstappen pays tribute to Miettinen.
