BIGGEST WRECK OF MY CAREER | Formula Drift Irwindale 

My background is bmx and motocross. I have dislocated both shoulders, right elbow, and right wrist. Both collar bones have been broken so many times, that they are plated and screwed, ive even broken the right one while it was plated. I say all that, to say this, I have no fvcking clue how you drove that car with 3 grade 2 muscles tears and a fractured collar bone. Im sure you have some crazy Irish dirt bike friends that are saluting you for this one. Much respect man, you could have easily skipped it and nobody would have thought less of you. We are our own worse enemy, when it comes down to competition

The RTR design team and honestly the organization is incredible. The fact that they got that car back functional, let alone competitive, is amazing.

James + battered Ford = podium. A nod to his humble beginnings.

Massive shoutout to high level safety equipment in these cars, the crash looked just as terrifying as Orjan Nilsen's flip in Sweden. Both times it could have been much worse injuries. And both of you are absolute madlads for competing through the pain anyway ❤

Becky's face while you were laughing over it with Chelsea and Dylan was not impressed 😂

“Never ever give up” - James Deane. Goes to show If you can do that, anything is possible.

Shoutout to Dean Kearney for his cream and Becky for the application 😂😂😂 all joking aside , fantastic effort this season from everyone involved!

Coming back after that crash, with the injury, and finishing it like you did. That's gangster dude, wow!

The strength of that A pillar is no joke, all the weight of the car was resting on that part of the car for quite a while, kudos to the fabricators

Theres a reason why you're known as The Machine Deane! Well done and what a team

Having broken my collarbone, i am in awe on how you managed to drive to that level throughout the weekend and through the pain! This is a testament to the mindset of a champion, staying commited and still giving it all after such a crash. You have my respect and admiration Mr dean, what a fucking mad lad!

Well done, James. You are The Machine for sure!

You bring james the machine deane to a whole new level. I knew you had to of messed something up in your arm. But to find out you fractured your collarbone and tore 3 muscles and still got podium. Your crazy and we all love you.

Glad your ok bro that was a crazy crash, and to come back and get third with one arm? You're The Machine for sure!

Keep that chassis for the rest of your career with RTR. As a reminder of your dedication, because holy hell no wonder they call you a machine.

I can only imagine how many times you’ve heard, “should have kept it left hand drive!” Glad you’re alright, shout out to the crazy quick response time of the FD staff. They don’t even get that treatment in Formula 1!

I must say this was probably one of the craziest things that I've seen live and Motorsports. And not only to have that big of an accident but to go back out, put on a qualifying run and then podium the next day?? Yeah that is literally what the greats are made of. That competitive nature to just want to win isn't something that can be taught. One hell of a season and final battle James!

Literally James THE MACHINE Deane, I’m so amazed of the fact that you kept pushing through all the pain, it must’ve felt like hell. That was phenomenal! Wish you a rapid recovery.

Just proves how damn good you are... podium with pretty much one hand tied behind your back.

I drove 4hrs on a motorway trip, the day after a torn rotator cuff/knackered shoulder, was agony, could barely concentrate. Mad respect to JD for being able to drift like this 💪

In your 2018 year-in video, you said if you have a passion for something, you'll make it happen, and you just inspired a lot of drifters to keep pushing

The way the car was trashed and battered and come back to put on that amazing driving ability shows there’s no quit in you. the team really killed it getting that car back on track and ready for war they really did there thing 20024 is going to be amazing with things to come can’t wait let’s go RTR Team

Huge props for the season overall. But the fact that ur car and body got wrecked and u were able to do what u did was extremely impressive. Shows ur determination and heart. Congrats to u and the team.

James the fact you drove after that crash is crazy to put it on podium aswell is insane🐐

Ok James I have herd you talking about your dad sitting in the strut tower on that escort an saying that I’m not that crazy!!?? Really?? I think you have had one of these moments now!!! You are crazy man in a good way!! Huge congratulations for that podium and a big thank you for the show this year! Hope you are healing good now so we can see you rip again! 👍🏻👍🏻😃

the emotions i felt just watching this.. i cant imagine how it feels for you. to get that far given the crazy circumstances, truly amazing and so inspiring. so much respect!

That's why we calling you - James Deane "The Machine" !!! Congrats buddy!

There seriously should be a documentary on the RTR crew & this event. F'N CRAZY.

Dude that is wild. You really are a freaking machine! Drifting through those injuries in a car like that, in a comp at that level... just crazy. Congrats on the podium and happy birthday!

I just wanted to say you really inspired me and I'm sure others after that massive crash and then finishing the qualifying run with a 360, not to mention you riding Branden Sorensen's door, and the rest of your run through the event! I really clapped hard alone in the room seeing you do the 360 after that qualifying run with a small on my face! LEGEND ❤

That was a F ing incredible showing by the team to get the car in some kind of shape and for you to perform as well as you did with a broken collar bone.. Incredible all round! Wow.

Every time i watch your videos im smilin nonstop. your such a humble, down to earth and overwhelmingly positive about the most negative situations. such an inspiration to everyone and the sport.

good thing you convinced RTR to change the power steering in the beginning of the season

Cannot believe you drove that well with a fractured collar bone and muscle tears! I've broken my collar bone and it was a bastard to heal with it being such an awkward area. You're a beast my friend. Already looking forward to next season!!

crazy how fast this seasons gone. doesn't seem 5 mins since you was testing with RTR. The worked wonders with the car to get it back up and running in a competitive way and bless Becky for holding the ice and all her support.

All of RTR team totally smashing the season. You gotta love to see that. Congratulations guys

Good on the Marshall who was running towards the car before it even came to a stop 🤘

Excited to see you back in FD next year! You’re in inspiration man and we love watching you SHRED!

And this is why you’re called the machine, no one else would of pulled that off. Amazing work

5:09-5:12 that’s me and my wife. We went just to see James. We have footage of the accident from the stands. The roof of his car flying at us was one of the craziest things. Glad your ok deane.

Man you are a stud to compete with that injury and do so well. And what a team to get that car back going. I really hope to see you back with RTR in 2024! Such a pleasure to watch. True gentleman.

What a warrior. Enjoy the off season and hoping for a huge 2024!!

Your an absolute LEGEND!!!! Congratulations and hope you have a speedy recovery!!!

Incredible inside footage of that crash James…..the cage did it’s job for sure🤯 Happy Birthday man and hopefully you heal quickly 🙏🏻🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪🇮🇪

what an insane comeback from that crash, praying to see you back in fd next year, now you've got the first season in a mustang out of the way id love to see you get another chip next year, you've quickly become my favorite driver as well as youtuber.

absolute props to the team and yourself for making it all come together after that major scary accident man, well done amazing work

Absolute machine, I’m not sure how you do it, but you’re a mad man for pushing as hard as you did! Congrats on a podium finish, can’t wait for next season, rest up!!

I see why you are called The Machine.. this video being prime example. Honestly didn't think you would podium but you did it. I feel like you won that round because of the sheer dedication to the sport no matter the situation and you had a positive attitude the whole way there. Good job on you and the team y'all absolutely killed it this season. I hope for a speedy recovery and I am looking forward to next season. Glad I got to watch you in person at Gridlife Midwest at Gingerman raceway this year and happy belated birthday!!

Congrats on podium lad 🎉that was a scary looking crash ! Glad your ok wish u a quick recovery ❤

Vaughn Gittin and RTR built an absolutely amazing machine! The race crew is top notch and the fact that James Deane is even walking, let alone finishing a comp after that crash is a testament to you guy's craftmanship! Well done!

Well figgin done 👏 💯 I couldn't wait on this Video to see your side of it all , I hope your shoulder is doing better 🤞And I hope you were fit to celebrate with Chelsea and the team 🎉

Congradtulations James Great determination to push through and secure podium. Hope you have a speedy recovery.

Congratulations on the podium james i can't believe the determination to keep going with a broken collarbone a true Irish drift legend 🇮🇪🇮🇪👍🏻

Was a pleasure seeing you shake it off in person. I went to the best event this season. I can't wait to see what you bring next season. Get that shoulder better now man!

The fact that you was able to carry on after that type of crash is incredible and let alone get that far 👏👏incredible

True machine!!! Brother glad youre okay! Hope to see you again next year! Coming to long beach and Atl to cheer for you!

Happy for you for managing 3rd with a fractured collar bone, and super excited to see what you can do with RTR next year!! All in all, great season from you in a new to you car!

Watching you finally unlock your level with that car is incredible, that’s the best you’ve driven all year and I’m stoked for you. Can’t wait to see you drive like that without a fucked shoulder. Rest and heal up, everything else can wait. Enjoy some time off. 🙌🏻🙌🏻

Amazing to see all the hard work you and team put out there !

James deane is such an inspiration guy to watch. Honestly the car almost flipped and he got the balls to drive that beast again and succeed to 3nd place. Just awesome man. The fact that i watch me favorite drifter Vaughn in the same team with James that was the ultimate!!! Keep it going guys GL on next season!!!!. BTW that ending edit in this video was awesome

This event was sooooo emotional for RTR.. I'm so glad you're ok! The team pulled miracles on the cars, Chelsea got the championship, you got 3rd in the event and 5th in the points. After a hit like that to you and the car. Such an amazing team! Happy belated birthday also!!

Wow, glad you'll be ok! That was crazy! Looked like he came in a little hot and tire came off. FD, gotta love it!

I was the guy who said, "Are you fckn kidding me dude! Hell yeah!!" @ 9:24

huge props also to fd marshals assessing right away when the crash happened...you can see some running with medical stuffs fire extinguisher and checkin james right after the crash.....huge respect to james on takin that crash like a true irish man.. we can't wait for more james in and out fd or dmce we are here to support the world's best drift machine

Most people will just never understand the insane level of skill and commitment it took to do what you did at this round. Fucking LEGEND.

Hats off to you sir, what a drive on the Sunday! Rest up and have a cold one! Happy Birthday too!

Love how the Deane crew with the help of Denofa and Gittens bois got that car done in no time great team

James you are my favorite FD driver. seeing you come back from a wreck like this and still go out there and shred like nothing went wrong is why you're the goat in my opinion. I hope to meet you someday. An absolute machine, all puns intended

you just proved why your called the machine 🙌 congrats and happy birthday James

so glad you got some of Dean's creme lad lmao but fr, this is insane to come back from & podium. you are 100% a living legend

the fact you did 11 out of 12 laps and that happened was just insane ! your the GOAT James

Happy Belated Birthday, hope the shoulder heals fast!

What an inspiration! You remind me of Finnish sisu 0 give up mentality ❤️ waking up 3am here in Finland to watch you drive like that after SCARY crash was all worth it! cant wait for 2024 ❤️

Total Respect to you sir. Happy Birthday "Dean The Machine"

James , I give you all my respect ! Never give up ! Congratulations man ! 💪

Have the same birthday as you!! Was lucky enough to see you drive at the title fight! amazing to be able to see you drive AND podium on your birthday, what a legend 🙌🏼🙏🏼🔥🔥

James deane I respect your ambition through all the pain that you are going through & with the wife’s help.the race with the 19 yr old showed just how much fun you actually do have driving at the end of the night bro happy birthday man your a true warrior even tho wounded you seen it through anyway possible! Get well soon man

Nothing is deserved. There is only what you earn, and you, the team, and Becky earned it for sure in Irwindale!. Awesome stuff, James.

Dude…… you’ve got sum large ass balls for even driving like that an or after that crash…. Massive props bro. I’ve really enjoyed you in the RTR this year. Finally have someone decent to root for 😉❤️ love you James! Hell of a season.

Here is to next season after a season learning the car. In the mean time enjoy the down time and rest to heal up. Looking forward to your vlogs in the garage and to see what is next.

I thought there would be no video for this round, I thought you were so busy because of the accident, but you still made this video. Congratulations on your win and birthday

To come back from a crash like that and make it on the podium is crazy congratulations and gd work to team RTR

Glad to see your ok. Wish you a healthy recovery James Well Done

The Machine indeed! Congrats! Happy birthday! And get well soon!

What a team, what a driver! You had every reason to cry about that crash but no no, you did the opposite and stole the show! Mad respect.

Awesome. Congrats on the podium and huge respect driving with a messed up shoulder!

Those are like, perfect circumstances to jump the car like that. Wild. So glad you/anyone else weren't hurt worse or anything. Continuing to compete, it's why youre one of the best to ride sideways!

You are the absolute man!! Well done on the third and amazing to do it with a broken collarbone at that level of competition

Love you mate, so glad you’re ok, and took it so well. Love being sent to you and the family

Massive congratulation to you for pulling through the pain and finishing the weekend on a high. Some team too round of applause for getting the car back out and well done Becki for keeping him going and supporting him :) Also hats off to the marshal he was there the second the car stopped moving get that man a beer.

Amazing work from everyone! You deserve that car after that I hope RTR let you keep it as a memento 👏🏼

You've got an AMAZING team! Congratulations!

Legendary effort 🙌 still staying positive even after the crash.

Well done James, You are The Machine❤️

Wow James! You're a legend! Congrats man!

said it once and i’ll say it again you are the absolute goat. my favorite driver by far! i hope to see you with rtr next season

What you and the RTR crew were able to accomplish was mind blowing! But can we acknowledge how tough those Type S lights are that were lining the wall you 50/50 grind with your roof? I'm amazed they stayed on the whole time

James you have done so well this year in everything you’ve put your hand too. Well done lad

had to pause on those first few practice run clips just to say how fooking sick they were ... now going back to watch the rest :P and i must say its an absolute credit to the team for getting you back out. im so glad it was a minor injury as bad as the crash was.. you done so well all year and next yoar will be the one champ

once dislocated, comes out so much easier now. be careful my man. Congrats on the 3rd place. As one of my favorite drivers i hope you are back at it again!