Official KTM rider Pedro Acosta and cameraman Joao miraculously escaped unharmed after a spectacular accident during the Hungarian Grand Prix. Acosta’s bike, thrown over three meters high, ended its wild ride by crashing head-on into a camera tower located a considerable distance from the track.
An Unlikely Sequence Filmed from Every Angle
Several videos of the incident, shared by the official MotoGP, show the unbelievable sequence. Pedro Acosta, victim of a simple low-speed low-side fall, slides on the track while his machine begins to tumble uncontrollably. Against all odds, upon hitting the protective barriers, the bike retains enough kinetic energy to be propelled upward, heading towards a platform housing broadcast equipment.
The Ultimate Proof of the Effectiveness of Safety Equipment
The most striking aspect of this accident is its “one-in-a-million” nature. The fall itself does not seem particularly violent, but the sequence of bounces and the final trajectory of the bike almost resemble a trick shot. Fortunately, the rider’s protective gear performed perfectly, allowing him to slide a long distance without injury.
A Happy Ending and a Fair-Play Gesture
After the accident, Pedro Acosta went to check on the cameraman’s condition and even signed a piece of the damaged equipment as a souvenir, a gesture greatly appreciated. The camera operator confirmed that he only witnessed the impact, as the bike only hit the equipment. Still, a tremendous scare in the face of a racing machine turned into an uncontrolled projectile.
This incident is a reminder of how high the safety standards are in MotoGP. Seeing Acosta moving normally after such a fall is proof of the effectiveness of the full leathers and protections. A stark contrast to a low-speed accident without proper equipment, which can have much more serious consequences. The motto is more relevant than ever: dress for the slide, not for the ride.