British IndyCar driver Justin Wilson is in a coma after being hit by a piece of debris during a race in the US.
The 37-year-old, from Sheffield, who competes for Andretti Autosport, was airlifted to a hospital after the accident which happened after a car crashed in front of him at the Pocono Raceway in Pennsylvania.
A statement published on indycar.com read: "IndyCar driver Justin Wilson suffered a severe head injury during today's event at the Pocono Raceway, also known as the Tricky Triangle.
"Wilson is currently in a coma and in critical condition while undergoing further evaluation at Lehigh Valley Health Network in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
"IndyCar sends its thoughts and prayers to Justin, his family, and Andretti Autosport during this difficult time.
"Additional updates to Wilson's condition will be released when available."
Wilson's younger brother Stefan said he was attempting to travel to the hospital where he is being treated.
Writing on twitter he said: "Praying for my bro right now. Trying to get myself and Julia, JWs wife to Pocono. Thank you for prayers and thoughts at this very hard time.
"I have no update on his condition, he's been moved to the local hospital, and I'm trying to get there to be with him. Please don't speculate."
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