BIGGEST WRECK OF MY CAREER | Formula Drift Irwindale

[@cliff4695]

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

[@awesomecooly123]

That's some badass shit, reminds me of in MX when Ryan Hughes broke his leg but kept going to win.

[@ChutneyInc.]

that's a hell of a resume

[@vantsen-e]

pure adrenaline, thanks to our amazing body to produce that :)

[@JamesDeane130]

You’re a badass! Thanks for the words man, the Broken collarbone, 3 different muscles with grade 2 tears. Pretty nasty injury but explains the pain haha

[@michaellnss]

​@@JamesDeane130it's cause James is a fucking mad lad hell yea bro wish for a good recovery and hope things only get better

[@ModernGameChangers]

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

[@SpaceRanger187]

right.. that's one hell of a pit crew

[@Foleyathome]

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

[@bullwinkleofficalYT]

Gotta love a Ford Sierra!

[@theconsul4757]

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 ❤

[@dommyllamma9022]

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

[@uuldriks]

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

[@JamesDeane130]

Thanks man, it was hard but so glad we didn’t give up!

[@nabilbirouk1432]

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!

[@215.civicsi7]

Strangely enough, when I broke my collarbone I actually felt no pain. But actually the pain I feel every once in a while now when I sleep on it wrong is worse than when I broke it

[@eamonngeary8256]

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

[@RobertsVitols]

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

[@santi3991]

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

[@snickers882]

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.

[@DavelyDriven]

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

[@salieribeatz3094]

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.

[@rab..]

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

[@JamesDeane130]

Haha Glad you enjoyed it

[@esrapalma8820]

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.

[@JamesDeane130]

Appreciate it man we love this sport! 😂

[@Wickit96]

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!

[@Just.aDude.0]

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.

[@williammendez5757]

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

[@sikendpothead]

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!

[@roblilt7359]

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

[@dzzope]

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.

[@latsismotorsport9700]

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

[@ScottyBSim]

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!

[@iSeekuYT]

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

[@AgriFarmModelsTV]

Serious effort as always, against all odds of a significant injury and a wrecked car. One of irelands greatest sports persons on the world stage. Well done to all.

[@coreyjut]

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

[@GTiR23]

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 💪

[@Austin4k]

Every single Doctor known to man is SCREAMING! But no matter what form of Motorsport you're in. I feel like you've earned the respect of every old school racing fan. Arm hanging on by a thread and still just throwing it like it's nothing. Much respect! 💯

[@jakedavidson6607]

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

[@SankarshanGhosh]

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 ❤

[@vaclavkhun4416]

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

[@Mrveescuba]

its J D THE Machine for a reason!!! well done

[@zaydenrizzo6708]

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.

[@Kaisukeminowa]

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

[@Phea1212]

Well done James, You are The Machine❤️

[@Possezz]

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!!

[@SomeRightGuy]

5:05 Tony Hawk would be proud 😅❤

[@828Drifts]

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

[@gourmetramen2.053]

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!

[@JohnMichael0226]

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!

[@anna00406]

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

[@LowNSlowRam50]

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!!

[@dukedub]

Fracture clavicle is such a painful injury, I’ve experienced it before snowboarding. You’re a WARRIOR for continuing the event and driving i can’t even imagine

[@agostinhomendes8156]

Happy birthday james The machine number one

[@LoneWolf-479]

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

[@VenomRoadRacing]

You are literally watching it....

[@Jdphennessy21]

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

[@SVPSkins]

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.

[@bennyc6694]

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

[@ChenteBlessed]

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

[@bigmikepimp2003]

A must watch. So inspirational. This is how life is. You get pushed to a wall a crash and break your shoulder. You get back up get in the sattle and and push that pony through the finish line

[@mixerm93]

The Machine, 100 % 💪 well done champ

[@MrGeeMoney1983]

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!

[@jyrajyra527]

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.

[@rustysiler8904]

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.

[@robertbarnett3409]

Happy Birthday and congratsulations on the third place finish Even with a broken car and a broken body. I hope that you will be back next year you and Becky fit so well into our drifting scean and I am proud to have you both.

[@25Neo]

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.

[@alexnav85]

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

[@OffshoreTACO]

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!!

[@SLIMP3Y]

Man, a true warrior. Props!

[@drock3332]

@10:51 " I ran the roof with my fence - fence ripped the antenna off " had me cracking up! On a serious note I'm very very happy you're okay in the end. Heal soon James!

[@ななころび]

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!

[@Driftyboi594]

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

[@von...]

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

[@danielryan4126]

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

[@justthirty1]

Ok I know this is late 😅 but happy birthday! So I knew about the wreck but to see the behind the scenes was priceless. ❤

[@shootstuff_se]

This is some bad ass Tony Hawk "Never give up" stuff.. to even try to drift with that car AND a hurt shoulder... Amazing.

[@Radious9]

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

[@RcNickster709]

DUDE!!!! I was waiting for this video!!! Saw the crash on Chelsea's video.... HOLY SHIT!! Talk about getting through it on Piss n Vinegar ... Fantastic. To all you guys who say these guys aren;'t athlete's..... How Do You Like Them Now. Awesome Work James. Long time Subber. Don't comment much. Happy (belated) Birthday. And for the Love of God man..... Take a BREAK.. LMAO... GREAT video

[@teddyandreyka9668]

Dude I idolize you for your respectful and candid nature paired with a god like skill level of drifting. I pray one day I get the chance to drive with you. ❤

[@steezerc]

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

[@georgecjr]

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

[@415jokr]

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

[@BassDrop9494]

this is the reason why they say James is the goat. no other driver with those injuries would have continued and ALSO place 3rd in the same event. absolutely incredible to watch

[@Joshlandherr]

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

[@DabbinWiWi]

James your such a Badass for still driving after that crash and with a broken coller bone!! Not only just driving but also putting on doors! Really proving why they call you James The Machine Deane!

[@unicorngj]

Last line at bitter end," can I get a drink", as he chugs a bottle. Deserve every drop James... Awesome race busted up and all...

[@johnkeenan4184]

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

[@Just-Trixzy]

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

[@unclep2013]

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.

[@ViincenttB]

The cage did its job. Great engineering!

[@FakeNinjaPlays]

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 ❤️

[@E9xwill]

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. 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@JakeZR7]

James The Machine Deane will always be a beast man!!! Way to finish the 20th Season for FD!! Can't wait for you to come back for next season!!! James is always 100% going even when he's injured. Keep it up bro!!!!

[@Rotard-mb5ys]

You are one incredible human! Super hero, maybe? Hats off to you! Can’t wait till next season.

[@joemcgill2925]

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

[@stevowhitty3984]

That qualifying run just to show every other driver what there up against 🇮🇪 don't know how the team got the car back straight and running right after that. And Happy birthday James. Mad respect for going back out there and pushing through it.

[@robokopp217]

the RTR team is hands down the most knowledgeable and hardest working team in FD. And its not even close. Every team is scared facing any of their drivers. I mean, they literally won 4 rounds this season. That's INSANE.

[@Eirehunter22]

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

[@brishurtleff6666]

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

[@soufozpunchy89]

Doing what you did with that injury. Dude!! Machine is an understatement.

[@Barry.ONeill]

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 🎉

[@tradzar]

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

[@ardillasecreta]

James Deane has to be the MOST pleasant and grateful, and highly talented drivers on the planet. Battered and broken, still thanks his team and wife/partner before acknowledging his own accomplishments!

[@LordJiksa]

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

[@DjDenKot]

The Legend !!!❤

[@reptilez13]

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!

[@jakesoder6527]

Holy crap that crash, hope you're ok James, incredible driving even with the injuries, to me that sounds like the luck of the Irish is with you and the rtr team, how they got that car back together so you can send it I have no clue, absolutely amazing performance, much love and respect for you, keep sending it and be safe out there

[@danielhedberg1158]

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! 👍🏻👍🏻😃

[@allanbuckleynyainda]

odi chasing james in the omt like his life on the line. Awesome job as always man. My GOAT

[@garvan79]

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

[@sickjohnson]

Been waiting for this video James, and it over delivered man...WOW! You could say the Karnage cream was the icing on the birthday cake that you will never forget? Huge congrats man, that was inspiringly impressive!