In 1988, racing in the International Formula 3000, Herbert suffered a crash so bad that surgeons considered amputation.

The horrendous 10-car pile-up, compared by some observers to the wreckage left by a plane crash, left Herbert fighting for his career.

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Doctors said he would never walk again, but in an incredible show of character he was back racing in Formula 1 in 1989, scoring points on his debut in Brazil.

In 1991, he then took on the challenge of one of the toughest races in the world: Le Mans 24hr. Johnny relives an unforgettable race here....

Great Fightbacks: Johnny Herbert

There are some remarkable scenes to look back on as he blacks out after winning the race with Mazdaspeed, having to be carried away for medical treatment.

"I never got to the podium!" says Herbert. But nevertheless, "It was, for me, a monumental result for my career."

And what a story.