What Happened to Freddie Flintoff's Face? Details on Terrific Top Gear Crash, Freddie Flintoff Networth, Wife and More
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Updated Dec 23, 2024
What Happened to Freddie Flintoff's Face?
Freddie Flintoff, the former cricketer and co-host of the popular BBC car show Top Gear (2019), suffered severe injuries in an accident while filming on the Top Gear Test Track in December 2022. Flintoff was driving an open-topped Morgan Super 3, which flipped during the test. Notably, he was not wearing a helmet at the time.
The accident resulted in severe facial injuries and broken ribs. His son, Corey, remarked that his father was lucky to be alive.
The accident involving Freddie Flintoff occurred when the Morgan Super 3 he was driving flipped over while traveling at 22 mph. According to an insider, extensive footage of the incident has been reviewed, confirming that the vehicle was road-legal and did not require a crash helmet to operate.
Despite the compliance with road safety regulations, Flintoff’s decision not to wear a helmet may have contributed to the severity of his injuries.
After Freddie Flintoff's injury, the filming of Top Gear was cancelled.
Freddie Flintoff Face After Crash
Now Freddie Flintoff's face looks better; his facial scars have improved, and it's good to see back the man with a better smile. After the recovery, the former cricket will return to TV this Christmas hosting a Bullseye game show.
The BBC offered a settlement of £9m to Flintoff, noting that the payment did not come from TV licence fees, as BBC Studios is the broadcaster's commercial arm.
Freddie Flintoff Wife
Freddie Flintoff's wife is Rachael Wools who was a model. The couple married in March 2005 at the Pavilion Road Hotel in Knightsbridge, London. The couple shares 4 children.
Freddie Flintoff Net Worth
According to sources, Freddie Flintoff's net worth is estimated to be around £16 million, primarily earned through television rather than cricket.