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KNYSNA NEWS AND VIDEO - The Knysna Speed Festival, organisers of the Simola Hillclimb, confirmed today, 4 May, that seasoned competitor Pieter Joubert passed away in an accident this morning.

The organisers released a statement saying that Joubert was on his first run of the day at King of the Hill when he lost control of his Lotus on the fast uphill straight and veered off the course, apparently due to a mechanical failure. 

Joubert was pronounced dead at the scene. His family, who are in attendance, are being supported by the organisers.

Based on the wishes of his family, the event will continue today once the authorities have cleared the scene.

Pieter Joubert tragically passed away this morning after a high-speed crash with his Lotus. 

VIDEO: Legendary driver Pieter Joubert passes away after crash 

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