Inside Tai Woffinden's Harrowing Recovery: The Aftermath of a Devastating Speedway Crash
Three-time speedway world champion Tai Woffinden shares the shocking details of his injuries and recovery after a severe crash in Poland.

Three-time speedway world champion Tai Woffinden has opened up about the harrowing injuries he sustained in a devastating crash in Poland last March. The 34-year-old from Scunthorpe was airlifted to the hospital and placed in a medically-induced coma following a collision with a teammate on March 30.
In a candid social media post, Woffinden revealed the extent of his injuries, which included:
- A double break in his right leg
- A broken back
- A broken shoulder
- Multiple broken ribs
- A punctured lung
- A fractured arm
- Extensive blood loss
He described the experience as "wild" and shared a video of himself walking with the aid of a frame just 10 days after waking from the coma. This incident came shortly after Woffinden returned to the sport following a broken elbow in June 2024, which had prematurely ended his season.
Woffinden, who has won Grand Prix world titles in 2013, 2015, and 2018, is one of the most decorated riders in the sport. Despite the severity of his injuries, he remains optimistic about his recovery and is determined to return to the track.
Key Highlights:
- Crash Details: Collision with a teammate during a race in Poland.
- Injuries: Multiple severe injuries requiring a medically-induced coma.
- Recovery: Woffinden is already making progress, as seen in his recent video.
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