Former Formula 1 driver Andrea De Adamich, who transitioned from a racing career curtailed by a severe accident to a prominent broadcasting role, has died at the age of 84.
His death was announced by Mediaset, the Italian television company where he served as a commentator.
De Adamich competed in 34 Formula 1 Grand Prix races over five seasons, driving for renowned teams such as Ferrari and McLaren.
His racing career was cut short in 1973 following a multi-car collision during the British Grand Prix at Silverstone. The accident, which involved 10 other vehicles on the first lap, left him trapped in his Brabham for approximately an hour.
He sustained severe injuries, including fractures to both legs and muscle lacerations.
After his retirement from racing, De Adamich became a familiar voice in motorsport broadcasting. He also led N.Technology, a company specializing in competition car preparation.
In 2022, he received the Commander of the Order of Merit, one of Italy’s highest civilian honors.
Born in Trieste in 1941, De Adamich began his motorsport career in the early 1960s. He secured the Italian Formula 3 championship in 1965.
He also won the European Touring Car Championship twice, in 1966 and 1967, driving an Alfa Romeo.