Reanimacja na torze. Wezwano helikopter LPR. Wypadek Patryka Budniaka podczas wyścigu – Fakt

A severe racing accident in Gniezno has left speedway rider Patryk Budniak in critical condition following a competition on May 10, 2026. The incident triggered an emergency medical response that included life-saving measures performed directly on the track.

Medical personnel were forced to begin resuscitation efforts immediately after the crash. According to reports from Fakt, the urgency of the situation required the dispatch of a Lotnicze Pogotowie Ratunkowe (LPR) air ambulance to the stadium.

The LPR helicopter landed within the stadium grounds to facilitate the rapid transport of Budniak to a specialized medical facility. The rescue operation took place while the sporting event was halted, creating a scene of distress for those in attendance.

Emergency Response in Gniezno

The accident occurred during a race at the stadium in Gniezno, a city with a deep history in Polish speedway. Witnesses and media outlets, including TVP Poznań and SportoweFakty, described the scene as terrifying, noting that the stadium fell silent as the rescue operation unfolded.

The coordination between ground paramedics and the air ambulance was critical due to the severity of the rider’s injuries. Reports from Przegląd Sportowy indicate that the medical team fought for the rider’s life on the track before he could be stabilized for flight.

The use of an LPR helicopter is typically reserved for the most critical cases where time is the deciding factor in survival. The landing of the aircraft on the stadium turf highlighted the gravity of Budniak’s condition.

Speedway Safety and Risks

Speedway is characterized by high speeds and a lack of traditional braking systems, making crashes particularly dangerous. The event in Gniezno serves as a stark reminder of the physical risks athletes face in the sport.

The immediate availability of medical staff and the rapid deployment of air rescue are standard safety protocols for high-level Polish speedway events, though the intensity of the resuscitation efforts in this instance was noted as exceptional.

While the specific cause of the crash has not been officially detailed by competition organizers, the impact was sufficient to necessitate immediate cardiac or respiratory support.

As of May 10, 2026, Patryk Budniak remains under intensive medical care. The sporting community in Gniezno and across the league continues to monitor his condition as the fight for his life continues.