January 20th 2024.
According to recent reports, it seems that Freddie Flintoff is ready to make a comeback to TV after a two-year absence. The cricket legend has been keeping a low profile ever since his terrifying 130mph crash while filming Top Gear back in 2022, where he suffered facial injuries and broken ribs and had to be airlifted to the hospital. However, he was spotted for the first time in September 2023 during England's ODI match against New Zealand, with visible scars and taping around his nose, nine months after the accident.
Since then, Freddie has been quietly working on his passion project, Field of Dreams, where he aims to build a cricket team with talented young players. According to a source, he is excited to return to the sport's grassroots and has been preparing for the show since last month. The second series is expected to start filming in the spring, with the production team remaining largely the same, making Freddie feel comfortable and at ease.
It's no secret that Freddie has been away from the spotlight since the crash, but it seems that he's ready to make a grand return with his new project. However, this also means that Top Gear, the show that he was filming during the accident, will be put on hold indefinitely. The BBC confirmed this news, stating that they remain committed to Freddie and his co-hosts, Chris and Paddy, who have been instrumental in the show's revival since 2019. The broadcaster also hinted at new projects in the works with each of them.
For Freddie, Paddy, and Chris, Top Gear was not just a job, but a passion. It gave them a platform to showcase their love for cars and entertain audiences worldwide. Therefore, it's understandable that without the show, they felt a void in their lives. In an interview, Chris revealed that he was in a "dark place" after the crash and felt like he had nothing to do without Top Gear. However, he also expressed his pride in the team for keeping the incident quiet and handling it with dignity.
The Agency reached out to Freddie's spokesperson for a comment, but they declined to make a statement. As for Top Gear, the BBC has made it clear that all other activities related to the show, such as international formats, digital content, magazines, and licensing, will continue as usual. Although fans may be disappointed by the news, the broadcaster believes that resting the show is the right decision.
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