Paul Rees Sues BBC Studios for £150,000 Over 2022 Top Gear Crash
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Updated · bbc.co.uk · Jul 12
Paul Rees Sues BBC Studios for £150,000 Over 2022 Top Gear Crash
3 articles · Updated · bbc.co.uk · Jul 12
Summary
Court documents show racing driver Paul Rees, who was in the passenger seat with Andrew Flintoff, is seeking up to £150,000 for personal injury from the December 2022 Top Gear crash.
BBC Studios is contesting the claim, saying Rees reported no injury at the time and alleging his own instructions — including telling Flintoff to take a corner on "full power" — caused the Morgan Super 3 to overturn.
The filings newly reveal Flintoff had voiced concern when a front wheel lifted earlier, but Rees allegedly reassured him the three-wheeler could not roll over before the same corner was attempted again.
Flintoff suffered severe facial and rib injuries, later said he was dragged about 50 metres under the car, and reached a compensation settlement with the BBC in 2023.
The crash led the BBC to rest Top Gear, though reports have said the broadcaster has been exploring a return for the long-running motoring show.