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A rally car crash during the FIA CODASUR Rally Championship in Argentina killed one spectator and injured two others. The car flipped after hitting a dirt mound, prompting chaos among the crowd.
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A horrific rollover crash during the FIA CODASUR Rally Championship in Argentina at Rally Sudamericano Mina Clavero has sent shockwaves through the world of motorsport after a rally car hit a dirt mound and rolled over in the air toward a crowd of spectators, killing one person.
The car hit the dirt mound at an angle at speed, causing it to flip over immediately and roll multiple times, prompting spectators standing on the rocks to run for their lives.
However, the sheer speed of the car caused injuries to two people. After the rally car came to rest, a woman, who likely suffered a fractured knee, could be seen screaming in shock and pain.
Driver Didier Arias was competing in the event with co-driver HĂ©ctor NĂșñez in round 2 of the race in Argentina. According to a report by Reuters, both escaped serious injuries.
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FIA Rally Sudamericano released a statement on social media after the incident, revealing that the event has been âpermanently suspended.â It read:
âAs of today, during the course of the competition, an incident occurred on a timed stage that resulted in an accident with serious consequences.
âRegrettably, as a result of this event, the death of a spectator who was in the area has been confirmed. Security protocols established for the race were immediately activated, with emergency medical and police rescue services present at the event responding.
The crash was caused when a rally car hit a dirt mound at speed, causing it to flip over and roll toward the crowd.
Two people were injured in the crash, with one woman likely suffering a fractured knee.
The driver was Didier Arias and the co-driver was HĂ©ctor NĂșñez, both of whom escaped serious injuries.

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âThe sporting authorities, together with the relevant organizations, are now working to clarify the circumstances of the incident. Assistance has also been provided to the family and loved ones of the deceased.
âThe event has been permanently suspended.
âThe organizers express their deepest sorrow for what happened and accompany the family and loved ones during this difficult time.â [Translated by ChatGPT]
In another statement reported by Reuters, the FIA said it will offer support in the investigation of the incident. It read:
âThe FIA is deeply âsaddened by the tragic incident that occurred today during Round 2 of the FIA CODASUR âRally Championship at Rally Sudamericano Mina âClavero, in which one spectator lost their life âand â two others were injured.
âThe FIA will provide its full support to the âorganisers of âRally Sudamericano â Mina Clavero, AutomĂłvil Club Argentino (ACA), CODASUR and the relevant âlocal authorities in their investigation âinto â the incident.â