F2 racer Hubert passes away following crash at Spa-Francorchamps

Formula 2 racer Anthoine Hubert has passed away following a crash in Saturday's F2 feature race in Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium.

The 22-year-old Frenchman was involved in a multi-car incident at Turn 4 and was immediately attended by emergency and medical crews. All drivers involved were taken to the medical centre, but Hubert sadly succumbed to his injuries.

Juan Manuel Correa, who was also involved in the incident, is in a stable condition and is being treated at the CHU Liege hospital. More information on his condition will be provided when it becomes available.

The third driver involved in the incident, Giuliano Alesi, was checked and declared fit at the medical centre.

The FIA is providing support to the event organisers and the relevant authorities, and has commenced an investigation into the incident.