New Delhi: Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff opened up about his horrific car accident while filming for Top Gear in 2022. He suffered many facial injuries that required surgery. After the incident, BBC suspended the production of the show and the former cricketer received 9 million pounds in compensation.
In the series titled Freddie Flintoff’s Field of Dreams on Tour, the all-rounder talked about his experience after the incident.
‘It’s been so hard to cope’: Andrew Flintoff
In a video that aired earlier this week, Flintoff said that he doesn’t want any sympathy and revealed that he’s struggling with anxiety and need help. He also said that it’s been hard to cope as he still gets nightmares and flashbacks.
“I genuinely should not be here after what happened. I don’t want to sit and feel sorry for myself. I don’t want sympathy. I’m struggling with my anxiety, I have nightmares, I have flashbacks – it’s been so hard to cope. But I’m thinking if I don’t do something, I’ll never go. I’ve got to get on with it. I am struggling already and I need help. I really am. I’m not the best at asking for it. I need to stop crying every two minutes,” Flintoff revealed.
Flintoff was part of the England’s coaching staff for the Test tour of India and in the latest video, he revealed that it was difficult for him to leave his home due to anxiety. He also said that the team visited an orphanage in India which helped him to overcome his trauma. Flintoff currently working as the head coach of Northern Superchargers in The Hundred.
“I’ve got to look at the positives, I’ve got another chance, and I’m going to go at it. I’m seeing that as how it is – a second go. But you see that, and it pales into insignificance in comparison. You come to a place like this and you see all these kids, it’s inspiring, because all of them have had hardship in their lives. It’s bizarre, I’m getting quite emotional as I’m speaking…I’m going to have to put my sunglasses on!” Flintoff added.
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