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All of the Top Gear crew are fantastic. Our thoughts and prayers are with Richard and his family at this time but knowing how tenacious Richard can be I am sure he will soon be back in the driving seat doing what he does best. We love you Richard. God Bless you and your family

- Chris, Vancouver, Canada

I would like to take this opportunity to wish Richard a speedy recovery, and to say best wishes to his family. I am an avid Top Gear fan and was shocked to hear of his accident. Richard your drive and personality will help to pull you through this. Myself, my family, and the nation are behind you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.


- Colin Jewell, Plymouth, United Kingdom

he knows the risks as we all do. it is only when an accident happens that we admit to being voyeristic and to not like seeing the consequences. Crocodiles, cars, what next?Human nature is that way, we know this.

- Russ Large, united kingdom grimsthorpe

It was tragedy what happened to Richard and I hope he makes a full recovery. What are the BBC playing at? Putting presenter's or rather giving presenter's such freedom, as we all know Mr Clarkson has influence on the programme and direction!!
As for the programme, and I have suggested for years, it should be changed in format. It is great showing dream cars, we all love it but the programme has degenerated into a comic strip where we have to witness old school boys yahooing around.

- Joey, belfast

Richard's work on Crufts was fantastic.

- Jonet, Prague

Now is the time to review all "lads" shows which risk life and limb. These shows are a menace. Every boy-racer in the country tries to be like Geremy Clarkson and, as a result, the death toll is higher every year due to bad and careless driving.
We need more sensible shows about cars. Lets hear about mileage,safety, and reliability for a change.
Every time a young man is brain-damaged in a road accident Clarkson and his greedy BBC Controllers should ask whether they bear some degree of responsibility.
Will we ever see the film of his crash? Probably on the internet but it would be sensible for the BBC to be unflinching and show how this foolish young man nearly killed himself to impress his peers.
What next? Bungee jumping tv presenters?

Please BBC accept some moral responsibility and make a car programme about the cars that real people drive every day.

Or is there some other agenda? Free high performance cars for the fatcat BBC Producers?

- Steven Armstrong, leeds,england

Top Gear may be seen by most of today's whizz-kids , and particularly by it's good but immature presenters as being a great show. I disagree. Whilst I too, love these dream machines, most of the cars that are presented here,and the way they are driven is an incentive for imbeciles to copy, and the programm contributes nothing to road safety, quite the contrary. It is a programm for hedonists, who,if they desire to behave as Jeremy and the others, should be on the race track and not trying to show everyone how wonderful they are on public roads.

- Ray King, London England

Richard, I hope everything will be alright and that you will be back on Top Gear and with your family as soon as possible.

- Bogdan, Oradea, Romania

I wish Richard a speedy recovery and my thoughts go out to his family. Top Gear will not be the same without him. Top Gear should not be axed because of Richard's accident.

- C Edwards, Liverpool, England

Let's just hope that Richard is back on screens as soon as possible. We think he is a brilliant presenter and wish him all the luck in the world with a speedy recovery.

- Heather Pinder, Beverley, East Yorkshire great britain

Top Gear is the best program on TV no doubt. The guys presenting it are marvellous to say the least. I'm pretty sure every motor enthusiast is rooting for Hammond to get well and get back on the programme, because Top Gear wouldn't be the same either without him or with someone else.

- Nick & Stacey, Sheffield, England

I'm praying for you Richard!

- M, Lithuania

I sincerely hope that Richard pulls through, Top Gear wouldn't be the same and he is just a great guy.


- Ásgeir, Akureyri, Iceland

You have brought us all so much joy from your fun loving attitude to cars, thank you for the risks you have taken. I am so sorry that to keep us entertained you have ended up in such a vulnerable position. I wish you and your family luck and love. I have faith that Richard will pull through.

- Sabrina Fawcett, Newark, Notts

Top Gear, an outstanding program. Broadcast by marvelous guys, and very well aware of what the automobile industry includes. The advantages and all the dangers. Come on guys,.. and family,.. my prayers are with you.

- Envicta, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

As soon as I heard the news I rushed to the TV to see if he was OK. Personally, I think he is the best presenter of Top Gear and I don't think I could ever watch the show again if he wasn't presenting it. Hope he does survive this ordeal and then maybe Jeremy won't be so mean on him and put cars up high on the cool wall so Hamster can't reach them. Thinking of everyone affected by this.

- A, Manchester

I sincerely hope that Richard makes a full recovery from his terrible accident but I also hope that Top Gear doesn't suffer as a result of a backlash caused by people's shock and anger at what has happened.

Richard is an experienced - not to mention incredibly brave - driver and journalist and he probably understood the risks as much as anybody. However, I think that he should have received more training. I've been driving for 20 years yet I wouldn't want to get behind the wheel of a 300mph jet-powered dragster after only few hours instruction!

Anyway, the most important thing is that Richard pulls through 100% and rejoins the Top Gear team.

- Tim Slater, Cambridge

Give the guy a break! Its not as if this attempt was taking place on a public road. The show is extremely entertaining and I hope Richard makes a full and speedy recovery and is back behind the wheel at Top Gear just as soon as he can.

- Gavin Spring, Lismore, Australia

What a shame to see the wowsers come out to take a free kick when our thoughts should be with Richard and his family. He loved what he was doing, with the side benefit of bringing enjoyment to so many. Not to mention envy that we can't enjoy the experiences Top Gear provides to the guys.

The recent tragic deaths of Steve Irwin and Peter Brock have illustrated how those with a real passion for what they do have such an impact on the rest of us, including showing us how to live and enjoy life. Top Gear does the same.

Pull through Richard and get back to showing us how to have fun with cars and keeping manufacturers honest in their product offerings.

- Mal Allen, Canberra, Australia

Richard, I came down to Dunsfold to watch you film the show last year. Having seen the fun and enthusiasm you guys have making that show I think I know what you would say, even now after this horrific accident, to those of the nanny state that say the show should be axed. As one of the many thousands whose life you brighten up with your antics, get better really soon and make sure we are able to continue to enjoy "lads at play" God Bless

- Graham Mills, Guildford, Surrey

Top Gear is one of the funniest programmes on telly and I find it absurd and a sorry sign of the times that people are obsessed with pinning blame on someone through infinite and pointless investigations, when we should all just be hoping the Hamster pulls through. My thoughts are with him, his family, James and Jeremy. Spare a thought for James May who allegedly was originally supposed to be doing the stunt but swapped with Richard.

Come on Richard, all the normal people are hoping and praying that you pull through.

- Liam Wood, Sutton in Ashfield

Such a truly tragic accident. My thouhts and prayers are with Richard and his family this tough time. Look forward to seeing you back on Top Gear mate, I know you'll pull through.

- Ashleigh, Smeaton, Victoria, Australia

I have no interest in cars but watch Top Gear every week with my sons, it is the best programme on TV. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With the courage and determination you have shown on TV and with your personality and strenghth of character I am sure you will pull through. Thinking of you all.

- Jayne Black, Llandudno, North Wales

Guess I one of the oldies (63),who watched the progame, but 'hamster' brought a certain something of his own to the show. Get well soon mate, love to you, your lovely family and the other guys at Top Gear.

- Mike, London

Hope he pulls through. Always enjoyed watching the shows.

- Chris, Houston, TX, United States

We are praying so hard for Richard and all of his family, including the dogs! It is so unfair that such a nice, decent, human being has to go through this and take all of you there too. I know you don't know me or my family but we have lit a candle and are praying so hard for all of you. I do hope with all my heart that you find some comfort in the richness that this wonderful man has blessed us all with. Our thoughts and wishes and especially prayers are with you all right now. Funnily enough, we arn't normally this religious. This time just like close family is different!! You are so in all of our thoughts. God bless and good luck.

- The Siely Family, Norfolk, England

Absolute legend. Very funny man, he will be completely fine and back on top gear before we know it.. with whiter teeth than ever before!

- Tom Walker, Stroud, Gloucestershire

Hold on in there Richard, the worlds already lost one of it's good guys with Steve Irwin, we can't afford to lose you too.
Our thoughts are with you and you family, here's to a speedy recovery.

- Cheryl, Cockermouth, England

Heres to you and your family Rich, hope you get better quickly and can't wait to see you again on Top Gear. Best wishes.

- Ciaran Parker, Lancaster, Lancashire

Very sad to hear of your accident. We are all rooting for you here, fingers crossed and well wishes from us here.
Sending well wishes to your family, cannot imagine how they are feeling.

Would be a special treat to see you back in the next series, joking around again.


- Sharon Batt, Bromley, Kent, UK

Hey Hamster

You get well asap - who else on your great show will take care of Top Gear the dog!

Thinking of you and wishing for a speedy and full recovery for you.


- Chris And Sandy Green, Hereford, UK

Go for it Hamster. Keep on waiting to hear good news and we are sure there will be. We spent 14 months in Stoke Mandeville hospital given no hope but we walked out together just dont give in keep fighting and our thoughts and love and prayers are with you all.

- Ali & Nick Castle, Penryn, Cornwall

I'm sure, I'll see you soon on TV Richard! Good luck.

- Maciek, Konin, Poland

Hamster, we are all thinking of all and sending our wishes to your family. May love and light reach you and lift you above this horrific accident.

- Karen Tuke, Ypenburg, Holland

I don't understand why they are painting him to have been so inexperienced. Hammond, Clarkson, and May have been test driving and dealing with cars for years before this. And why the former record holder is calling for a full investigation baffles me. Is he afraid Hammster will steal his title?

I'm rooting for him. Pull through Hammster. Shake it off and show us what you're made of.

- Kevin Swarner, Jackson, New Jersey, US

Please pass on my best wishes to Richard, I look forward to seeing him back with the rest of the team as soon as possible.
A truly brilliant presenter and program.

- Andy Fletcher, Dover. Kent.

Are thoughts and prayers are with you Richard and your family. What you have done on the show in the past shows great courage and you are well loved by millions of fans. You make top gear what it is. I now you will pull though. Youve proved your a fighter by the tasks youve completed successfully. Look foreward to seeing you on our screens soon arguing with Jeremy over the cool wall. Thinking of you all in this tough time.

- Jo, bedford beds

A thoroughly nice guy with a great sense of fun and an absolutely natural comic who played Stan to Jeremy and James' Olly.
Sorry, but you have to be ancient to appreciate that.
Get well mate, we're all rooting for you.

- Clive Brown, Wantage, UK

I hope I speak on behalf of the nation, in the fact that we have been rocked by this tragedy. Richard is an amazing TV presenter, who brings great joy and laughter. The fact that he was engaging in such a high risk activity may raise questions, but only proves to show his courage and spirit are as immense as his personality. Hang on in there Richard. We are all rooting for you. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

- Julie Paget, Derbyshire UK

I too hope that Richard recovers. He was doing what a lot of us secretly would love to do, but lack the opportunity and, lets be fair, the guts. Please lets not get all the sad Nellys out, saying "I told you, it's dangerous". You can deploy all the safety precautions in the world, but guess what - in the end you will still die!
It is far better to be somebody who enjoys life, takes it by the scruff of the neck & gives it a good shake, rather than a wimp who does nothing and slides slowly and tracelessly into oblivion.
I feel for Richard and his family, and hope that he recovers fully, but I would say that he has written a few lines more in the book of life than many of us will achieve.
Good Luck Richard.

- Bill Miles, Burton upon Trent. UK

we are so very sorry to hear about Hamster.
Please accept our apologies and wish him all the luck in the world for him to get well soon

- Daniel Giles, Chatha, Kent, UK

what a star, made top gear. You ask why is a TV presenter trying to break the land speed record? there's a saying, "he who does nothing will never do any thing".

- Stevie, welshpool, wales

Undoubtedly one of the best presenters on TV, (along with jeremy of course!), a really fun guy, totally crazy of course, but brilliant! Love him. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family, praying for a quick recovery.

- Ruth Meakings, Ramsgate, Kent, Uk

BIG UP BREH!! IT WAS A CRAZY STUNT BUT FOR US THE AUDIENCE. WHICH IS WHY IM GOING TO SAY DONT RISK YOUR LIFE TO SATISFY OUR NEEDS. WE'LL BE HAPPY KNOWING YOUR THERE ON OUR TV SCREENS AND MY CONDOLENCESES TO THE FAMILY WISH YOU THE BEST. DONT DISAPOINT US RICHARD PULL THROUGH MAN. AGAIN HOPE YOU THE BEST. A SINCERE FAN. HOPE TO SEE YOU IN THE NEXT SERIES!!!!

- Dabeer Hussain, ravensthope dewsbury

My heart goes out to everyone around Richard.My family has been through this same ordeal when my brother was in a rally crash. Thankfully he came through it, but it was a long road. I know about the waiting and not knowing and it is heartbreaking. I feel it for his family because it is so public and I feel that this will have every do-gooder on the band wagon about safety just because he's famous. In the last month alone in Ireland we have had 3 motor sport accidents with similar injuries, with one still in a coma and not so much as a word in the media about it. Bottom line is, no amount of talking or analysing with turn back the clock and Richard is in the condition he is from doing what he loved. We should all just pray that he will get through this.

- Tricia Kent, Ireland

really sad to hear wat happend to him realy hope he gets better top gear wont b the same with out him

- Mick Mckevitt, liverpool

I hope that Richard makes a full recovery, and his family are in my thoughts, let us hope that when he does recover he will stay away from machines that serve no purpose other than to boost egos.

- Gerry White, Salisbury Wiltshire

i am only 10 but i hope richard gets better soon and give his family and him good wishes i love top gear will richard ever be able to present again?

- Dan, worthing britain

Driving very fast is always a risky business, whatever the circumstances (remember Ayrton Senna). I don't think enough serious and rational thought went into the decision to try for the record.

- Mark Harding, Lisbon, Portugal

Richard Hammond and Top Gear have shown millions what man and machine are capable of. So too has the story of poor Margret Davidson, My thought are with both.

- Lou, Barnet, England

I am a great fan of Top Gear and adore Richard, James and Jeremy. My thoughts are with Richard and his family and im positive that the cheeky little hamster (with his extra white teeth) will be back on his feet soon. Top Gear wouldnt be the same without him. Get Well Soon Richard xxxxxxxxxxxxx

- Nancy Thorpe, heywood, lancs

Get well soon. There aren't many presenters like you. I found the programme involving the caravan one of televisions HIGHLIGHTS.
There are lots of people out here rooting for you.

- Brian James, Hull East Yorkshire

love you hammond hope you get better soon

- James Armstrong-Clausen, southwell

we love you hammond with all our hearts may god be with you and that you pull though soon

- James Armstrong-Clausen, southwell

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My wife watches Top Gear because of you, Richard, so that's says a lot!!! She has a crush on you!!!! We really enjoy Top Gear and save shows to watch again and again. Please get well soon!!

- Vladimir, Toronto, Canada

I have been an avid fan of top gear for years and the Hamster has brought in something special to the show !!!!!
Get well soon!!!!!

- Michael Johnson, Wallsend , Tyne and Wear ,England

i love his life of top gear and braniacs i'm upset set about him

- Lauren Smith, acle

hope you get better soon you made top gear top gear am only 12 and i love the show so hope u get better soon

- Alex Shevchenko, hull,uk

Why is a TV presenter trying to break the land speed record anyway? I am not an expert but surely this kind of stunt should only be attempted by a professional racing driver? This is negligence and must be investigated. Best wishes to him and his family.

- James Munro, London UK

omg how did this happen hamsters the best driver ever
this is so wrong
ok get well really sooon ok promis yes right ok

best wishes to richard and his loving family.

:^)

- Sarah, london

All the best wishes go to Richard and family. just hang on in there and come out the otherside smiling Hamster.

- Rob Taylor, Worcester.

Mend yourself quicky Richard. If support and best wishes alone could fix you you'd be up besting Clarkson in an instant! Hope to see you back again soon xx

- Heather, Surrey

hamster is the best presenter i wish him all the best and hope he'll make a full recovery

- Kirsty, london

Come on Hamster!!! you can get through this mate!!

i must say my heart dropped when i heard about this on the news this morning. Not just me, but everyone in my office was devestated to hear that Richard had been hurt.

Richard, i hope you know that you reach such a wide audience because you are such a lovely, nice, funny, enthusiastic guy. you make so many things interesting and worth learning about and you humour on top gear is second to none.

we all love you mate and we're all rooting for you and of course your family.

get well soon brother! your an absolute legend!

- Alex, Lewes, East Sussex

It was such a shock to hear what had happened. Watching them on Top Gear they look almost indistructable. I thought James and Jeremys comments were really sweet and my heart goes out to him, his friends and his family.
I'll be thinking of Hamster and hoping he makes a quick and full recovery! I really love him!

- Bet, Essex

My husband and I watch Top Gear and it would't be the same without you your wee cheeky smile makes the show.
hope your well soon.

- Veronica Beard, Glenrothes Fife

My husband and I watch Top Gear and it would't be the same without you your wee cheeky smile makes the show.
hope your well soon.

- Veronica Beard, Glenrothes Fife

Thankyou Lord for Hamsters cheeky grin, on a Sunday evening guaranteed will always be in, to catch up with those stunts, the boyish pranks, oh that smile! you make Sundays worth living, you make TV worthwhile. Our prayers they are with you for a speedy get well, when we'll see you again, is impossible to tell, so rest now little Hamster, take some time on your back, we want you back on the telly, not back on the track.

- Laura & Donna Briggs, Long Eaton, Nottingham

Very sad and worried to here of Richards accident, it seems a lot of stars are having accidents whilst filming at the moment.
Hope you recover well, fully and soon, I am thinking of you and your family.
Hurry up and get better, we miss seeing you on the TV, lots of love

- Roxanne, Plymouth, Devon

Was shocked to hear about Hammonds i would love to do what he and Clarkson and May do!! recover soon Hamster!! All the best

- Mitch, Atherstone

Come on Hamster you gotta get back and fight for whats right on the cool wall ...
Our thoughts are with you mate !!!!!

- Wayne, Fleet, Hampshire

Very sad to hear this awful news, come on Richard get well soon, we feel very sorry for your wife and children and will miss your cheeky grin.

- Hazel Thorby, Ferndown, Dorset.

Wishing you a fast and speedy recovery hamster, We all hope you will be back on your feet in no time at all. I am sure I am not the only one who has been glued to the news channels today to hear you that will be ok! You once said you were a 'driving god', survive this and you definately will be!!

- Gordon Dimmack, Wolverhampton, England

I was horrified to hear of this terrible crash, what on earth was he doing?
Happily he seems to be on the mend, but my heart goes out to his wife and young family.
My best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery, for his cheeky face would be greatly missed.

- Sandra, Chesterfield UK

Richard - you're a gutsy man, just use a bit more of that strength and get through this. You have a lovely family waiting for you (along with the rest of us). Very best wishes for a speedy and full recovery.

- Suzy, Liverpool

Wishing Hamster a good recovery. He is a top bloke, and I was stunned to hear the news of the accident... mine and my families thoughts are with Richard and his family.

- Paul Cox, Yeovil, UK

Wishing you a speedy and complete recovery, every petrolhead in the land is rooting for you, get back on the telly, Clarkson will be insufferable without you to sort him out!

- Chris, Preston, UK

My husband and I sometimes see the Hamster driving around Glos and he's always got a cheeky grin and wave for us. Such a nice guy! I wept when I heard the horrible news last night. My heart and prayers go out to his beautiful family. Wishing him the speediest of recoveries. Want you back on the telly forthwith, young man!

- Jules, Nailsworth, Gloucestershire

You've shown us that even the best drivers can be let down by their machinery. It's a lesson for us all.

- Moe, London

I was on Richard's 5 O'Clock Show performing some canine freestyle with my rescue dog back in January. Richard is a lovely guy, very down to earth and fun loving - I never miss an episode of Top Gear. I was shocked to hear of his crash yesterday and I wish him the swiftest of recoveries. My thoughts are with you.

- Gina, Staffs, UK

Absolutely adore Richard and this show. I hope he makes a fast and full recovery.

- Julz, USA

Really shocked when I heard the news. Hope the hamster is back again on TV soon.

- George, Barking, Essex

What a terrible accident, Wishing Richard a full recovery, and just letting his wife and children know, that they are all (including Richard) are in our thoughts and prayers. He is a wonderful man.

- Sue,, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Lovely person and great programme, all the presenters are brill and so good together we need Richard back fighting fit and well as soon as possible. We send all our love and best wishes to all his family and friends, we can only imagine the worry and devastation you are feeling at the moment, but we know Richard will be ok and we will think about you all everyday.

- Mandy, Kelly, Angela ,, Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Great guy and wonderful programme... so sorry to hear of your terrible accident. Wishing and praying for a full speedy recovery and sincere best wishes to you and your family.

If you dont hurry back as Clarkson and May will have to race each other and you know that Clarkson loves to cheat ... so praying that you be back soon.

- Maria & Simon Browning-Hull, Oxted, Surrey

Hope you have a speedy recovery, keep my fingers crossed you'll be back mate.

- Ernie Forth, Bolton, England

Hope for a speedy recovery to the worlds fastest hamster.

- George, Barking

Please God Richard will be ok, he is the life and soul of Top Gear. Get well soon, and best wishes to his family. He is also a legend on Brainaic.

- Allen Banks, Sligo, Ireland

Top guy Top programme. I Wish Richard a full and speedy recovery.Thoughts for all his friends and family.

- Paul J, London England

You are a great guy Richard, & we look forward to you making a full recovery. Our sincere best wishes to you & your Family

- Alan & Diana Peek, Alsancak North Cyprus

Very sad to hear about the accident, however signs are that he is improving, so we are all praying for a full and speedy recovery.

Some background, this car was built as a pair back in the 1980's. The other car, 'Hellbender', crashed in 1986 killing the driver Mark Woodley at Santa Pod Raceway. Three years earlier Jet Car pioneeer Alan Herridge also died in a Jet Car accident as Santa Pod, although this was a different design to the Vampire and Hellbender cars. Pushing the boundries of speed in any vehicle is inherently dangerous and setting 'Land Speed Records' take many weeks and months of preparation, I think we have found out the hard way that this should be left to the 'professionals'

- Tom, Northampton, England

Richard seems like a lovely bloke, I can only hope that he makes a full recovery and gets to laugh at the whole situation on a future edition of top gear. My thoughts are with his family and friends.

- John, Hertford

Not good news!! We have just lost Brocky in a Targa crash (sure there will be a few poms out there who know who he is) and the Croc Hunter. Lets hope that Richard recovers - for the minority of petrol heads and adventurers, we really don't want to lose any more of the good guys for a while. Even though we are probably a year or two behind in our shows, I really enjoy topgear, and part of that is the personalities.

- Kezza, Canberra, Australia

I was shocked when I heard the news, I wish you a speedy recovery Richard, my thoughts are with you and your family.

- Ben, Hornchurch, Essex

Get well soon,are thoughts are with you and your family,for a speedy recovery xxx

- Sammie, porthmadog,gwynedd

Go to it Richard, can't wait to see you back on the box with the boys, brightening up our lives again!

- Mark Hales, braunton, devon, england

Here's to a speedy recovery.

A top presenter that brings so much to Top Gear, thoughts are with his family and friends at the moment.

- Leo, Llanelli, Wales

Get well soon mate

- Jamie Turner, Dubai, UAE

Get well soon hamster!

- Bryan, belfast, NI

What a shocking tragic accident. I really hope he recovers.

- Stephen Glauser, Calgary, Canada

Richard you are a fearless little hamster with the heart of a lion, our thoughts go out to you and your family for a swift and complete recovery.

- Chris & Family, Vilamoura Portugal

A sad lesson to all at Top Gear. Perhaps now they will stop their stupid promotion of reckless motoring speed which claims so many lives each year.

- Roman, London, England

Richard, your such an entertaining and nice guy - simply get better soon.

- Sue Williamson, Leicestershire

I'm shocked about what's happened. My thoughts and best wishes to his family. Get well soon.

- Richard Cairney, Irvine, Scotland

I was stunned at the news of Richards accident.
All the individuals that work as a team on Top Gear must be too.
As an avid watcher of the Three Muskateers on the programme, I can honestly say that Richard and co. are a beacon that millions of us home in on every week.
What makes this guy one of the best is his enthusiasm, and energy.
This must be the hardest road that Richard has to travel, but I'm sure that all his fans like me, wish him well and a full recovery.
To his family and friends... our thoughts are with you.

- Jess Court, Hythe, Kent

Not really ever been in to racing but have watched him on ITV on a chat show that he hosted and he was areally good entertaining. I'm praying that his injuries are not too serious.

- Helen Nicholas, Cirencester, Glos

Richard you are simply fab and Top Gear could never be the same without you - so here's wishing you the speediest and steadiest of recoveries. All the very best to your family and close friends.

- Sami Turner, Wellington, UK

We send all our support and best wishes to Richard and his family at this time. Our thoughts are with them as we pray for a speedy and full recovery.

- Darren, Bridget & Lexy, Ilkeston, Derbyshire

I was really shocked and sad to hear about this. My thoughts are with him and his family. Please get well soon, the world will be a duller place without you.

- Claire, Leeds, UK

Get well soon. My thoughts are with you.

- Helen Tippett, Auckland, New Zealand

Every best wish to Richard and his family for a full and 'speedy' recovery... I look forward to seeing you back in full swing again soonest.

- Nicholas Best, Lusaka, Zambia

Here is hoping for a full recovery. He is a brilliant presenter who truly loves what he does.

- Conor Byrne, Kildare, Ireland

Hope he gets well soon, the show will not be the same without him.
And the BBC better not use this as a reason to can a great show!

- Ken Lindkvist, Invercargill, New Zealand

Wishing you a speedy recovery Hamster. All my thoughts and prayers are with you, Mindy and the girls at this time.

- Sarah, Enfield

Terrible news. Richard is a great bloke and we both send our best wishes.

- Dave & Debby Francis, Macclesfield, UK

Be strong hamster and mend yourself quickly! My thoughts are with you.

- Mohd Zahir Muhammad, kuala lumpur, malaysia

Richard, you're just like one of those dafter pieces on Top Gear. They're always entertaining, you somehow pull them off in the end, and we feel all the better for watching 'em. A full and speedy recovery to you, with many more years on the track.

- Mark, Istanbul Turkey

I'm so shocked about whats happened, what a great guy. Love and best wishes to Mindy, Willow, Izzy and the rest of the family. Please get better soon Richard. xxx

- Claire, Hull

What a tragic incident, our thoughts and best wishes to his family. Get well soon Hamster !

- Rick, Rotorua

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You brought an element of fun and youth to Top Gear and we look forward to your antics every week & you will be back. God speed.

- Sally & Bruce Jenkins, Slough, Berkshire

As an avid, ex-pat viewer and fan of The BBC's finest programme , I was devestated to hear of Richard's unfortunate accident. I and the rest of New Zealand wish him well and hope he has a speedy and full recovery.

- Stu Manley, swannanoa. Christchurch, New Zealand

A very sad day, Richard is such a top bloke. I'am glued to Top Gear and even watch the repeats on sky. My thoughts and best wishes for a full and speedy recovery are with Richard and his family at this very difficult time. There is alot of support and positive thoughts from all his fans and I know Richard will be back on our screens again xx

- Lina Varricchio, Bedford, Bedfordshire

Hamster - such a daredevil!! I hope you have a full recovery and QUICKLY. Top Gear wouldn't be the same without you!!

- Shabs, Manchester, UK

Thoughts are with Richards family and look forward to a full recovery.

- Maxine, fife

Thoughts are with Richards family and look forward to a full recovery.

- Maxine, fife

I hope richard gets well soon, Top Gear will not be the same without him, best wishes to all his family

- Lee, wigan

I was very sad to hear the news about top gear presenter Richard Hammond. I have been a huge fan of Top Gear for many years and must say that Richard is one of my favourites. My thoughts go out to Richard and his family and I will say a prayer for him tonight. We are a couple of years behind over here in NZ but Top Gear has a lot of fans here and I know that we will all be praying for Richard to pull through.


- Nik Kench, auckland new zealand

Am devastated to learn of Richard Hammonds accident. We have just watched the news on BBC World. Out here we have to watch reruns of Top Gear Extra and have The Best of Top Gear currently showing this month. One of the things that drove me mad about the UK was the "nanny state" and Richard is the complete opposite - we sincerely hope that he will continue to uphold that attitute for many years to come! His unfailing sense of humour is a tonic to everyone who watches the programme - even those people who can never aspire to the type of car shown on most of the programmes!!

Our thoughts go out to his family, together with the rest of the Top Gear Team.

- Diana Peek, Alsancak, Turkish Replublic of Northern Cyprus

Im a large fan of Top Gear from New Zealand. And was shocked to hear the news on Richard Hammonds 300mp/h crash after atempting to break the land speed record. I hope Richard makes a speedy recovery.

- Ash Tabley, Christchurch , New Zealand

I wish Richard a full and "speedy" recovery

- Mandy, Uxbridge

I hope the wee man pulls through, as it would be a great loss to many people, let alone his family. Press, if he gets better, give him peace to recuperate with his family. Love to him and his familt. Get well soon. xxx

- Jacque Love, Falkirk Scotland!!

I hope this doesn't mean that we will see a tamer Richard. Hope you get better mate.

- John Murdock, lahore, pakistan

He's a brave and brilliant man. Thoughts with him and his young family. However, one has to question Clarkson and his show for pushing a non-pro speed driver past his limits.

- Phil, London, UK

The guy is an excellent presenter and I really hope that he pulls through this but what are motoring journalists/broadcasters doing trying to break land speed records? Its a dangerous enough task for professional drivers - which they are NOT! Perhaps 'Top Gear' is now starting to go to far.

All the very best for a speedy recovery Richard.

- Mark Poole, Ealing, UK

Our thoughts and prayers are with Richard to pull through.

- Jane & Bob Ourbowron, Flaunden, Herts

We both send Richard and his family our best wishes on this sad occasion. We hope he will recover fully and return to Top Gear. The program is great, they all make a superb job of it.

- Pete & Lisa Mortlock, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire,England.

Just awful news

- Tg, Lincolnshire

Hope all is well richard and you get through this accident..
I'm a huge fan of yours..

- Daniel W, Surey UK

Just sending best wishes to richard hamond he is a great presenter and hope he gets well soon!

- Aaron Newport, enfield london

we all hope that "the hamster" has the strength to fight, he is a fantastic personality.

- Gary Thomas, waterhoses uk

Jeepers. Best wishes to Hammond and his family for a full recovery.

- Katy, Sydney, Australia

Completely shocked...get well soon Richard

- Andy Pyle, Cornwall

Don't give up you will make it, our thoughts and fight are with you.

- Mark, Kidderminster

My husband and I are massive Top Gear fans, we are both so upset to hear that Richard has been hurt and our thoughts are with him and his family - pull through Hamster we love ya mate!

- Louise Humphreys, Melbourne, Australia

I'm praying for you Richard.

- Ed Burrows, Greensboro NC USA

My thoughts and prayers are with Richard.

- Phil, Manchester

Please be ok, my thoughts to you and family, hamster, best wishes...

- Samantha, Merseyside

This is a real tragedy. Richard is one of the best presenters out there. Hope he pulls through!

- Neal, Dunstable

Hope he gets well, he seems like a great guy.

- Alan, Birmingham

I really hope that Richard Hammond is ok - he makes me and my son laugh on Top Gear and Brainiac. I would like to send my good wishes and thoughts to his family. Get well soon.

- Zoe B, Stevenage

My thoughts are with Richard at this time, he is a great presenter and has brought a lot to television.
I respect his knowledge and personal judgement on cars.
Please be well xxxx

- Deborah Gorman, Greenock

A really lovely guy, thoughts are with his family, and all we can do is hope and pray he pulls through.

- Jo, Morpeth, Northumberland

I am so stunned to hear of the terrible news of Richards accident. I wish him a very speedy recovery and my thoughts and best wishes are with him and with his family.

- Linda Keene, Cumbernauld Scotland

Absolute Legend, hope he recovers ASAP

- Daniel Bowman, Dublin, Ireland

Please get well soon Richard.

- Sarah, Leeds, Yorkshire

I really hope hes ok, I love him on Top Gear!

Such a nice fella.

- Rik, Hemel Hempstead

Let's hope he gets better.

- Michael Fitzgerald, Dungannon

i am really shocked at the news of this acident and my thourghts and prays go out to him and his family at this time. I really hope he gets through this ok and has a speedy recovery

- Phil Waterman, bournemouth

Blimey - What a shock. Get well Soon. Thinking of you.

- Mike D, Poole UK

My prayers are with Richard and his family.

Keeping all my thought positive for an improvement in his condition.

Hang on in there Richard.

- Sarah, reading

Just to say that my thoughts and prayers go to Richard and his family and friends at this difficult time.

- Ann Shirra, Aberdeen, Scotland

My thoughts are with Richard and also his family.

- Vx220na, Darlington

My thoughts are with you Richard. Hope you make a speedy recovery!

- Jodie, West midlands

I hope Richard's OK!! My love goes out to you.

- Emma, Dorset

I just heard about this from my girlfriend after I got out the shower and I can't beleive it!!

I just hope he pulls through as he is such a cool guy and the only reason I watch Top Gear!

- Spike Chapman, Cardiff, Wales

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