Freddie Flintoff's fans were quick to praise the 'incredible' star after he revealed the injuries he sustained from the horrific Top Gear crash. The cricketer and TV presenter nearly lost his life during a horror crash in December 2022. The ex-England cricket ace was filming for Top Gear at Dunsfold Park Aerodrome in Surrey when disaster struck.

He suffered serious injuries after the Morgan Super 3 trike he was driving, alongside a member of the film crew, somersaulted and smashed into the track. He suffered from broken ribs and facial injuries, with the star being airlifted to the hospital. He stayed out of the spotlight since the crash but recently returned to TV tonight for his Field of Dreams on Tour, where he helps coach an unlikely cricket team from Preston to tour India.

During the programme, Freddie shared how gruesome his injuries were, with fans rushing to social media to share their support for the former cricket star. One person on X, formerly known as Twitter , said: "What an incredible bloke Freddie Flintoff is," while one added: "What a bloody lovely guy. Always thought it, so brave & encouraging those boys whilst going through tough times, all credit to you Fred.

Heartwarming to watch." One viewer commented: "Freddie Flintoff is such a top bloke," while another posted: "I’ve missed Freddie Flintoff on my tv. Inspirational after everything he’s been through.

" Another impressed fan added: "Wow! I hope Freddie Flintoff realises how brave he is. He is an inspi.