Conor Daly, Ireland's first Formula One driver, has opened up about the immense challenges he faced during his racing career, including a severe IndyCar crash and accusations of racism.

Daly described the pivotal moment of his career-ending IndyCar crash, an event that remains one of the most violent in motorsport history. The accident occurred in his second season as an IndyCar driver when his car collided with the barrier at over 350 km/h in Michigan. He recounted that his father's simple advice was crucial to his survival and recovery.

Beyond the physical trauma of racing, Daly also addressed "bogus accusations" of racism that he faced. While the specifics of these allegations are not detailed, Daly emphasized his stance against such claims.

In only his second season as an Indycar driver, he crashed his car into the barrier in Michigan at over 350 km/p/h, an accident still considered one of the most violent in motorsport history

By 2018, Daly had gained significant recognition not just for his driving but also as a television commentator, a role that brought him considerable fame.

By 2018, Daly was far more famous as a television commentator than he ever was as a racing driver

Having tried to arrange this interview for a while, on the day we talk, Daly’s son Conor is beginning testing ahead of next year’s Indycar season, but it’s another Irish driver who was causing a stir