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Ollie Millroy rescued after fiery China GT crash in Shanghai

Multiple outlets reported that Ollie Millroy survived a serious fire during a China GT race in Shanghai on Saturday after a fellow driver pulled him from the car. Reports also said Millroy criticized the slow response from track workers at the Formula 1 circuit in China.

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September 6, 2026
Ollie Millroy rescued after fiery China GT crash in Shanghai

Ollie Millroy was involved in a severe crash during a China GT race in Shanghai on Saturday, and his car caught fire. Reports said he was fortunate to survive the incident.

Millroy was pulled from the burning car by a fellow driver. The incident took place at China's world championship Formula 1 circuit.

Afterward, Millroy said track workers responded slowly while he was trapped in the fire. Coverage of the crash also highlighted criticism of the marshals' response.

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