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Andrew Flintoff Opens Up About Life-Altering Top Gear Crash in New Documentary

The former cricketer shares his struggles with PTSD, recovery through cricket, and his split-second decision that saved his life ahead of the Disney+ documentary premiere.

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Flintoff talks to Mike Atherton about his recovery and return to the game as a coach
Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff

Overview

  • Andrew Flintoff reflects on the 2022 Top Gear crash that left him with severe facial injuries, broken ribs, and lasting psychological effects, including PTSD and anxiety.
  • In his new Disney+ documentary, Flintoff reveals he initially wished he had died, describing the crash as a turning point that continues to haunt him daily.
  • Flintoff credits his return to cricket coaching as a lifeline, calling it the 'one thing that saved me' and a source of comfort and purpose during his recovery.
  • The BBC indefinitely suspended Top Gear in 2023, reaching a reported £9 million settlement with Flintoff over the accident that ended his presenting career on the show.
  • The documentary, which premieres April 25, features candid interviews with Flintoff, his family, medical professionals, and former teammates, offering an unflinching look at his journey.