Richard Hammond (Top Gear) Accident

No, no, no, no!!! Why him?! He always makes me laugh and he’s the main reason why I watch Top Gear… I really hope he fully recovers. Best of wishes to him :kiss:

Just thought I should add this: Shortly after Hammond was lifted to a hospital by the Air Ambulances, a website was constructed requesting donations to the Air Ambulances. After only 1 and a half hours, over £4000 had been raised! :eek: I just thought that was amazing!

His condition is still unknown, I wouldnt assume hes fine because docters are saying hes making a recovery. And although grim, theres still the possibility that he'll die from his injuries. Its very likely if he does recover, that he'll step down from Top Gear. What everyone seems to hope is that he'll make a full recovery and be on our screens by next year, im sorry, but thats very very unlikely.

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Originally Posted by Worldwide

According to his Top Gear co-presenter Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond is making strides and getting better as Hammond recovers in Leeds General Infirmary.
Clarkson is said to be relieved as Hammond walks again, and Hammond is said to make a full recovery in hospital following his horrific rocket propelled accident in his dragster.

The Sun is reporting that Hammond's condition has improved to the extent that he may be transferred to a general medical ward very soon. Hammond, 36, got to his feet and walked, just 30 hours after the crash, his co-presenter Jeremy Clarkson said.

Hammond, who has been moved out of intensive care, had not lost his sense of humor and, according to The Sun, said to his other co-presenter James May, also visiting him in hospital, "Hello C**kface."

Worldwide support and interest in Hammond's recovery has been pouring in, bolstering friends and family gathered at Leeds General Infirmary where they have keeping a vigil following Wednesday's accident at Elvington airfield, near York.

The BBC has released no further information about the events leading up to the crash. The Daily Mirror reports hammond's wife saying: "He's spoken and smiled. It's early days and what has happened hasn't really sunk in for him.

"But he's starting to look like Richard again. He's tough as hell and on his way back."

She added: "The whole family is overwhelmed by everyone's support. There have been so many flowers, cards and emails from around the world.

"To know that so many people love him is astounding. We want to thank everyone for their good wishes and prayers."

Clarkson, a columnist for The Sun, said in the newspaper: "In the wee small hours of Thursday night, just 30 hours after what is almost certainly the world's fastest ever car crash, Richard Hammond suddenly sat up in bed opened his eyes and asked what had happened.

"'You've been in a car accident', I said. 'Was I driving like a tw*t?' he asked. Before getting out of bed and walking shakily to the lavatory."

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Originally Posted by ITV News

The next series of Top Gear has been postponed until presenter Richard Hammond has recovered.

The 36-year-old has been moved to a general ward after spending time in intensive care recovering from a brain injury he suffered in a high-speed accident while filming for the programme.

The series was due to begin on October 8.

A BBC statement read: "We would not think of finalising plans for the next series without discussing it with everyone involved.

"When it is suitable, the team will do this and we will announce a new transmission date."

The presenter is still at Leeds General Infirmary.

A hospital spokesman said: "He is continuing to do well."

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I'm so happy that's he's feeling better - thanks for posting, that just saved my day.

My dad's been checking Teletext every five minutes to check he's still alive :p

I hope he gets better. He's awesome. :(

On a completely unrelated note, Richard Hammond totally looks like David Tennant.

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On a completely unrelated note, Richard Hammond totally looks like David Tennant.

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Im not the only one who thinks this! Yippee! Oh and dont mention it The Real Dark Messenger. Im just gald Im keeping you guys informed.

Oh no!

He lives! HEEEE LIIIIIVES!

Yay! The doctors say there's a large chance that he will recover fully in a matter of months, no brain damage or anything! He's one amazing guy! :)