ALAIN PROST was reportedly injured after confronting masked robbers during a terrifying raid at his home in Switzerland.
The four-time Formula One world champion, 71, is said to have suffered a head injury during the ordeal at his property in Nyon near Lake Geneva on Tuesday morning.
Alain Prost is injured after having to defend himself against armed men who raided his home Credit: PA
The former F1 champion reportedly has a head injury Credit: PA
According to reports from Swiss outlet RMC , several masked intruders burst into the house at around 8.30am in an attempted burglary.
Prost allegedly came face-to-face with the raiders and was involved in a physical struggle as chaos unfolded inside the family home.
The gang are also reported to have threatened members of Prost’s family before forcing one of his sons to open a safe.
The exact amount stolen has not been revealed.
Swiss police have launched a major and reportedly deployed significant resources across the Nyon area in a bid to track down the suspects.
French authorities have also reportedly been alerted amid fears the gang may have attempted to flee across the border.
Despite the frightening incident, Prost’s injuries are believed to be minor.
A psychological support unit was reportedly set up at the scene following the attack.
Injuries to Prost are reportedly minor and he’s receiving psychological support Credit: Getty
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The French motorsport icon is said to have since returned to Dubai, where he spends much of the year.
Prost is regarded as one of Formula One’s greatest-ever drivers, winning world titles in 1985, 1986, 1989 and 1993. He remains the last French driver to win the .
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