Markus Höttinger

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Markus Höttinger (May 28, 1956 – April 13, 1980) was a talented Austrian Formula Two driver who died at Germany’s Hockenheimring during a race in April 1980. He was 23 year old. The tragic incident occurred when a loose wheel from Derek Warwick's car struck the head of Höttinger, killing him almost instantly. The race was stopped (red flag displayed with chequered flag) when it became apparent how serious in nature the incident had become.