Driver Pieter Joubert Dies In Lotus Crash At King Of The Hill Event

The organisers of the Simola Hillclimb - Knysna Speed Festival, which took place over the weekend, have confirmed the tragic death of seasoned competitor Pieter Joubert, who sadly passed away in an accident today.

Joubert was on his first run of day two at the King of the Hill event when he lost control of his Lotus on a fast uphill straight, veering off the course, possibly due to a mechanical failure.

The event's on-site medical, fire and emergency teams responded immediately, but Joubert was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities are following all necessary protocols for an incident of this nature. The event organisers are providing support to his family, who are present at the event.

We are exceptionally saddened by this incident, and our thoughts and condolences are with Pieter's family, team and friends, says Ian Shrosbree, MD of Knysna Speed Festival. Pieter's brothers Dawie and Charl, who have also been competing, have expressed their wishes that we continue with the event.