That's a bloody shame. Although I am sure that they all know the risks, it'd still feel to close to home for a lot of the drivers with what's been happening of late.
Below is the media statement from the family:
"With untold sadness the family of Mark Porter advises that Mark has passed away.
The family wishes to convey their heartfelt appreciation for the efforts of the medical crews who have been involved all the way through – at the track, at the Bathurst Base Hospital and at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, and all of those who transported Mark between those facilities. They gave Mark every chance at life, for which we thank them.
The family also expresses their appreciation of the efforts of the officials of V8 Supercars Australia, all of whom have done their utmost to support all those involved in this tragedy.
The family conveys their best wishes to David Clark and those close to him and wishes him a complete recovery.
The Porter family also passes on their sincerest thanks to all of those who have conveyed to us their best wishes and prayers since Friday afternoon.
The family asks that the media respect the privacy of our family at this very emotionally stressful time."
The Porter Family
