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Freddie Flintoff speaks out publicly for first time since Top Gear crash

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Updated 16:40 4 Oct 2023 GMT+1Published 16:34 4 Oct 2023 GMT+1

Freddie Flintoff speaks out publicly for first time since Top Gear crash

Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff was filmed with the England cricket team ahead of the 50-overs ICC World Cup in India

Tom Wood

Tom Wood

Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff has been filmed speaking for the first time since the horror crash that almost claimed his life.

The hugely popular ex-cricketer was filming for an episode of Top Gear when the three-wheeled vehicle he was driving turned over at 130mph, causing him serious facial injuries and broken ribs.

In truth, it seems as if it could have been a lot worse, too.

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However, the Preston-born 45-year-old is made of sterner stuff than that, and seems to be bouncing back from his brush with death.

In recent times, the talismanic former England player has been seen helping out with the preparations for the current team’s journey to the 50-over ICC Cricket World Cup in India, which gets underway later this week.

He’s been offering some coaching and mentorship, allowing the team to use his considerable experience when preparing to defend the trophy they won in such dramatic fashion back in 2019.

Freddie Flintoff gave a speech in front of the England cricket team.
X/England Cricket

Whilst he’s not really spoken about the crash that saw him dragged along the floor of Dunsfold Park Aerodrome in Surrey on his face, Flintoff did give a moving speech whilst presenting England player Tom Hartley with his international cap.

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In the clip, shared on X, Flintoff paid tribute to the ‘family’ environment around the team, as well as saying that good teammates will always ‘be there for you in the hardest times of your life’.

Speaking during the presentation, Freddie said: "It gives me so much pleasure to share what's going to be a day Tom that you're going to remember for the rest of your life.

"When you get this cap, this changes your life. It's one of those things, it's before and after it.

“This enables you to walk tall and move faster. Play with passion, play with pride, play with belief. And also part of a family of people.

"They'll share the good times with you, share the successes. But as I found over the past few months, they'll be there for you in the hardest times of your life.

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"They will stand next to you. So, like the lion on the cap Tom, be brave, be, fearless, be proud and enjoy every minute."

He’s got a way with words, hasn’t he?

Flintoff spent months recovering in hospital after his Top Gear crash.
X/England Cricket

Whilst he’s obviously enjoying his work away with the national team, there is still speculation about what went on to cause the crash, with reports suggesting Flintoff had expressed concern beforehand.

The Mirror quotes a source as having said: “Freddie voiced his worries about the safety of the stunt on set on the day of the accident.

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“He questioned whether or not it was OK, given the vehicle and conditions on the track. He was apprehensive before he got behind the wheel and production staff at the track were aware of this.

“He was obviously used to taking part in these stunts during his time on the show, but alarm bells were ringing.

“It has been openly discussed since the accident by Top Gear employees, who are in doubt whether the show will ever return to screens.”

Featured Image Credit: X/England Cricket / Visionhaus/Getty Images

Topics: Freddie Flintoff, Cricket, Sport, TV and Film, Top Gear

Tom Wood
Tom Wood

Tom Wood is a LADbible journalist and Twin Peaks enthusiast. Despite having a career in football cut short by a chronic lack of talent, he managed to obtain degrees from both the University of London and Salford. According to his French teacher, at the weekend he mostly likes to play football and go to the park with his brother. Contact Tom on [email protected]

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