"I need to stop crying every two minutes" - Andrew Flintoff breaks silence on the horrific car crash while filming 'Top Gear'

Former England allrounder Andrew Flintoff has finally opened up on the horrific car crash that he suffered while filming the TV show 'Top Gear'. Flintoff suffered this accident in December 2022 which left him with facial injuries and broken ribs.

According to the reports, the former England allrounder flipped a Morgan Super 2 vehicle on the first bend at the 'Top Gear' test track during the filming of the show while not wearing a helmet.

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Andrew Flintoff breaks silence on the terrifying car crash while filming Top Gear

During the second series of Freddie Flintoff’s Field of Dreams, Flintoff revealed the severe impact of the horrific car crash. The 46-year-old stated that he still struggles with anxiety and has nightmares about the accident.

“I genuinely should not be here after what happened. I don’t want to sit and feel sorry for myself. I don’t want sympathy. I’m struggling with my anxiety, I have nightmares, I have flashbacks – it’s been so hard to cope," Flintoff said.

"But I’m thinking if I don’t do something, I’ll never go. I’ve got to get on with it. I am struggling already and I need help. I really am. I’m not the best at asking for it. I need to stop crying every two minutes,” he added.

“I’ve got to look at the positives" - Andrew Flintoff

The former England captain further mentioned that he is now focusing on the positives in his life. He got quite emotional while narrating his spine-chilling experience.

“I’ve got to look at the positives, I’ve got another chance, and I’m going to go at it. I’m seeing that as how it is – a second go. But you see that, and it pales into insignificance in comparison."

"You come to a place like this and you see all these kids, it’s inspiring, because all of them have had hardship in their lives. It’s bizarre, I’m getting quite emotional as I’m speaking…I’m going to have to put my sunglasses on!” Flintoff added.

After his accident, Andrew Flintoff was away from the public for a significant period of time as he continued his recovery from the sustained injuries. Meanwhile, the BBC suspended the show for "foreseeable future."

Andrew Flintoff one of the best allrounders to have played

The BBC also apologized to Flintoff for such a horrific accident and both parties reached a financial settlement worth 9 million pounds.

Andrew Flintoff is regarded as one of the best cricketers produced by England. He had a fantastic record as an all-rounder and was considered a world-class player during his playing days. Flintoff possessed the rare ability to bat in the top six and bowl at speeds of over 140 kmph on a regular basis.

Currently, he is serving as the head coach of Northern Superchargers in The Hundred 2024 season. In the future, he is keen to be associated with the game of cricket.