NEWS: Hammond back behined the wheel

Anthon · **Postat:** 2006-11-15, 09:11

by Adrian Hearn
Top Gear star Richard Hammond is back behind the wheel – just two months after his 288mph horror smash.

Hammond, 36, took wife Mindy for a spin near their Gloucestershire home, after passing two hours of mental reasoning, memory and problem-solving tests to get his driving license back.

‘The Hamster’ has amazed doctors with his speedy recovery. Two months ago, he was in a critical condition in Leeds Royal Infirmary after losing control of a jet-powered Vampire dragster.

And the popular presenter couldn’t hold back his delight. Afterwards he told the Daily Mirror: “As I got into the driving seat it felt like I was back where I belonged.

“It felt like passing my test again. I have really missed driving and the freedom that comes with it.”

The TV star stuck to a more moderate speed, not going over 50mph in his classically styled 2005 Morgan sports car.

Poyan · **Postat:** 2006-11-15, 11:45

good to hear! makes me glad :)

KHRacing · **Postat:** 2006-11-15, 11:53

Great to habe him back in the drivers seat - But - Do you automatically loose your licens if you are in an accident in the UK or what ?

Christofer · **Postat:** 2006-11-15, 12:10

Maybe thay thought it would be a proper thing to do with brain injury patiens? duh...

Anthon · **Postat:** 2006-11-15, 13:10

Citat:

Ursprungligen postat av KHRacing

Great to habe him back in the drivers seat - But - Do you automatically loose your licens if you are in an accident in the UK or what ?

NAH, but it would be good considering the state of some accident causers over here!

Johnathan · **Postat:** 2006-11-15, 14:10

Good news i thought too, glad to have him driving again. He is a true petrolhead!

I think it was just the severity of the accident kristian and because of the short time its taken him to recover.

/Johnathan