Carlos Sainz Snr confirmed he suffered a double back fracture as a result of the crash which ended his participation in the Dakar Rally.
The 60-year-old rally legend, dad of Formula 1 star Carlos Jnr, took part in the world famous rally event this month. But he was unable to complete the rally, as he was forced to retire from the event after a hefty crash which rendered his Audi out of action.
Sainz Snr was initially airlifted to hospital after suffering chest pains, but soon ordered the helicopter to turn around and take him back to the car. He and his crew tried to repair the car so they could continue but their efforts were in vain, ending the veteran's Dakar hopes.