Overview
- The incident occurred on the seventh lap of the Fiat Competizione race at Autódromo Parque de General Roca after Álvarez’s car reportedly lost braking power upon crossing a track elevation known as the “pianito.”
- On-scene medical teams stabilized Álvarez before transferring him to the nearby hospital zonal, where he is alert and undergoing a series of diagnostic tests.
- Footage and photographs from Carburando and other outlets reveal extensive damage to Álvarez’s vehicle, fueling scrutiny of pre-race safety and maintenance protocols.
- Race officials halted the competition for several minutes, then resumed the event, with Daniel Cosenza taking the win after dominating the final laps.
- Organizers and technical authorities have announced forthcoming inspections to confirm the exact cause of the brake failure and implement measures to prevent similar accidents.