Racing driver Marcel Angel dies after incident at Cape Town’s Killarney Raceway
Veteran racing driver Marcel Angel, 62, has died after an incident during Race 1 of the Extreme SuperCars category at Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town on Saturday, 19 September 2026.
South African racing driver Marcel Angel perished in a tragic incident during a race at Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town on Saturday, September 19, 2026. The 62-year-old veteran, who had a illustrious career, succumbed to his injuries following the accident during Race 1 of the Extreme SuperCars category at the National Extreme Festival.
Motorsport South Africa, the governing body, confirmed Angel's demise and promptly canceled the rest of that day's racing schedule. The organization expressed deep sorrow over the loss, acknowledging Angel's significant contributions to the motorsport community. They also extended their heartfelt condolences to Angel's family, friends, and fellow competitors.
Born into the world of motorsport, Angel was the founder of Cape Town's Autohaus Angel, a renowned dealership. He was a multiple South African championship winner who had competed in various motorsport disciplines and represented South Africa with pride.
The sixth round of the 2026 championship, the National Extreme Festival, was set to host a 16-race programme at Killarney. However, due to the unforeseen tragedy, the remaining races were canceled. The motorsport event organizers respectfully requested respect for Angel's family's privacy during this difficult time.
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