Loek Hartog Rescues Ollie Millroy from Burning Car at China GT

A dramatic rescue unfolded at the Shanghai International Circuit on Saturday during the opening round of the China GT Championship, when British driver Ollie Millroy’s Ferrari caught fire after a side‑impact collision. The incident occurred roughly twenty minutes into the race when Millroy’s car was struck by a second vehicle in a chain reaction involving two other competitors. The impact ruptured the fuel system, causing the car to burst into flames.

Loek Hartog, a fellow competitor on the grid, immediately pulled over and rushed to Millroy’s side, extracting the driver from the burning vehicle before emergency services could arrive. Hartog later described the moment as “a split‑second decision” and credited the quick response of his team’s pit crew for providing the necessary tools to safely remove Millroy. Millroy expressed profound gratitude, stating that he would “remember his bravery for the rest of my life” and acknowledging that he owes his life to Hartog’s actions.

The race was temporarily halted while the incident was addressed, and the event resumed after the track was cleared and safety protocols were re‑verified. Officials confirmed that no other injuries were reported and that the race continued under the standard safety procedures for such incidents. The China GT organizers praised Hartog’s conduct, highlighting the importance of driver solidarity and rapid emergency response in motorsport.