Da Matta leaves hospital
Cristiano da Matta has been released from hospital, just over seven weeks after the testing accident that left him with life-threatening head injuries
The 2002 Champ Car World Series champion has been treated in the Theda Clark Medical Centre in Neenah, Wisconsin, since colliding with a deer during testing at Elkhart Lake on 3 August.
"We are pleased to announce that Cristiano da Matta went back to his home in Miami yesterday," said Champ Car Medical Director Dr Chris Pinderski.
"His recovery so far has been nothing short of excellent and he's done so well that the remainder of his rehabilitation will take place on an outpatient basis.
"We are fortunate to have had excellent care provided at all levels for Cristiano including the Champ Car Safety Team, Theda Star Helicopter Service, Dr. Randall Johnson and all those involved with his care at Theda Clark Medical Center."
Da Matta's recovery has pleased the many drivers who visited him in hospital.
"You just can't believe how much better he's gotten since I first came here," his former teammate Jimmy Vasser told speedtv.com.
"He is doing so well and it's just amazing to see his progress."
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