Former McLaren Formula 1 driver Jochen Mass has suffered a medical emergency.
The 79-year-old will be stepping back from all public engagements while he recovers.
Mass’ family confirmed that his condition is stable but didn’t provide specific details regarding the medical emergency.
A statement from Mass’ family which was posted on his social media pages read: ‘The family of Jochen Mass, wishes to share that he is currently recovering from a recent medical emergency.
‘While Jochen’s condition is stable, he will be stepping back from all public appearances and engagements for the foreseeable future as he focuses on his recovery.
‘We as a family are deeply grateful for the outpouring of support and kindly request privacy during this time.’
Former McLaren F1 driver Jochen Mass has suffered a medical emergency
The 79-year-old’s family released a statement saying that he is in a stable condition
Team GB star Chris Hoy, who is suffering from terminal prostate cancer, was amongst those to wish Mass well
‘We are wishing Jochen a speedy recovery.’
Former cycling star Chris Hoy was amongst those to respond to the post as he wrote: ‘Get well soon Jochen’. Hoy is suffering from terminal prostate cancer.
Mass competed in Formula One from 1973 to 1982 and won the Spanish Grand Prix in 1975.
In addition, Mass was a mentor to the legendary Michael Schumacher.
He also entered 12 editions of the 24 Hours of Le Mans from 1972 to 1995, winning in 1989 alongside Manuel Reuter and Stanley Dickens.