Famous Dutch racing driver Dilano van ‘t Hoff has left us for his heavenly abode, know his cause of death as his crash video goes viral
The 18-year-old racer has passed away on Saturday after a crash at Spa-Francorchamps.
Hoff died following a tragic accident involving several cars at the renowned Raidillon circuit in rainy weather while competing for MP Motorsport in the Formula Regional European Championship.
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“We are so sad to learn of the passing of Dilano van 't Hoff today at Spa-Francorchamps.
Dilano died in pursuit of his dream to reach the pinnacle of motorsport.
Along with the entire motorsport community, our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.”
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— Formula 1 (@F1) July 1, 2023
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— Happy Racer 😄 🏎️ (@HappyRacer19) July 1, 2023
The heartbreaking news of his demise was confirmed by racing series in an official statement on Twitter which reads “Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine sadly announces the death of MP Motorsport driver Dilano Van ‘T Hoff. The incident happened during Spa-Francorchamps race two.
“We want to express our sincere condolences to the team, family and friends. Royal Automobile Club of Belgium, the Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps and SRO Motorsports Group join Alpine and ACI in expressing their sincerest condolences to the driver’s team, family and friends.”
Van ‘T Hoff was in his second full season of racing in the Formula Regional European Championship, having finished third in his maiden season in Barcelona. He has previously competed in two Formula Four championships, finishing second in the UAE edition before winning the Spanish series in 2021.
Meanwhile, following Van ‘T Hoff’s death, the 24 Hours of Spa event said that all pre-race entertainment preparations had been cancelled, and a minute’s silence will be conducted before the start of the race to remember the 18-year-old’s memory.
“Everyone associated with the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa is devastated by the news that Formula Regional EU by Alpine driver Dilano van ‘T Hoff lost his life in an accident during this morning’s race,” said a statement. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to his family, friends, and MP Motorsport.”
After learning the demise of youngster, social media platform is flooded with the condolences messages as tributes he been been pouring in from everyone including the Formula One world, with CEO Stefano Domenicali remarking on behalf of the team, “We are so sad to learn of Dilano van ‘T Hoff’s passing today at Spa-Francorchamps.”
The Incident involving his death is quite similar to another that killed Anthoine Hubert in a Formula 2 race at Spa-Francorchamps in 2019.
Our deepest condolences to the friends, family members and loved ones of Dilano van ‘t Hoff. May his departed soul rest in peace!