- Fire brigade summoned to paddock before practice
- Several people treated due to smoke inhalation
The McLaren Formula One team endured a scare at the Spanish Grand Prix on Saturday morning when what is believed to be an electrical fire broke out in their motorhome, causing it to be evacuated. The fire brigade was brought into the paddock to deal with it and it is understood several people were taken for treatment due to smoke inhalation.
An hour before the final practice session began in Barcelona, with the team’s hospitality suite hosting guests, team members and drivers, the fire broke out in the unit which has two floors, reportedly above the kitchen, which is located on the ground floor.