In a flash, Chris Hignell’s life went dark. A firework to the face stole his left eye and left him badly wounded. Fortunately Hignell had survived, but his outlook was bleak. Until one day he found hope, driven by the strong support of his caregivers and a childhood dream to race cars.
“At one time I was in a very dark place but my wife and friends, we found some positive… and my mindset did change. If it wasn’t for that support and everybody’s positive attitude I don’t think I’d be where I am today” Hignell says.”
Five years and countless operations later, he gained his ARDS National B Class racing licence and hasn’t looked back since.
“Having just one eye does make things very difficult when you’re racing. But I absolutely love motorsport. It’s the one thing I’ve always wanted to do and I just don’t want to be without it.”
Hignell’s story is a testament to the power of positive thinking. And proof that mindset really does matter. Stream ‘Driven By More’ now on SurvivorNetTV.
Learn more about SurvivorNet's rigorous medical review process.
In a flash, Chris Hignell’s life went dark. A firework to the face stole his left eye and left him badly wounded. Fortunately Hignell had survived, but his outlook was bleak. Until one day he found hope, driven by the strong support of his caregivers and a childhood dream to race cars.
“At one time I was in a very dark place but my wife and friends, we found some positive… and my mindset did change. If it wasn’t for that support and everybody’s positive attitude I don’t think I’d be where I am today” Hignell says.”
Read More Five years and countless operations later, he gained his ARDS National B Class racing licence and hasn’t looked back since.
“Having just one eye does make things very difficult when you’re racing. But I absolutely love motorsport. It’s the one thing I’ve always wanted to do and I just don’t want to be without it.”
Hignell’s story is a testament to the power of positive thinking. And proof that mindset really does matter. Stream ‘Driven By More’ now on SurvivorNetTV.
Learn more about SurvivorNet's rigorous medical review process.
