Freddie Flintoff makes shock admission in new documentary

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24 Apr 2025 • 11:43 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Former cricketer Andrew "Freddie" Flintoff revealed in a new Disney+ documentary, Flintoff, that he wished he had died in his 2022 Top Gear crash.
  • The accident, which occurred while filming at Dunsfold Park Aerodrome, left Flintoff with severe facial injuries and broken ribs.
  • He credits his cricket instincts with saving his life, recalling a split-second decision to protect his head during the crash.
  • The crash resulted in a £9m compensation payout for Flintoff and the indefinite suspension of Top Gear's production.
  • Flintoff also revealed lingering anxiety, nightmares, and flashbacks from the incident.

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