A tragic incident transpired on Sunday afternoon during Track Day Paraguay, a motorsport event that was held at the Rubén Dumot Racetrack, formerly known as Aratirí, in Capiatá. Carlos Augusto Flores de Oliveira, 63, a renowned businessman and racer, passed away following a violent accident on one of the circuit’s curves. Despite the urgent efforts of emergency personnel and his rapid transfer to the San Lorenzo University Hospital, they were unable to do anything and he passed away during surgery.
The Brazilian driver lost control of his Porsche 911 GT3 RS and collided with water barrels on the side of the circuit, according to prosecutor Carolina Martinez. The driver’s sudden death has caused profound astonishment among his colleagues and the racing community, as he was a prominent figure in the business and motorsport sectors. The tragedy occurred during his active participation in the competition, underscoring the inherent risks associated with this type of sporting event.
