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The BBC has announced that the popular car show "Top Gear" will be paused indefinitely following a crash involving host Freddie Flintoff. The decision has sparked discussions about the future of the show and the safety of its hosts.

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The popular car show "Top Gear" has been put on indefinite hiatus following a controversial car crash involving one of its presenters, Andrew "Freddie" Flintoff. The crash occurred during a filming session for the show, in which Flintoff was driving a high-speed car. [ABC News]

The incident has sparked major controversies and raised concerns about the safety and responsibility of the show. Many critics argue that the crash was the result of excessive risk-taking and dangerous stunts that have become a hallmark of "Top Gear." [LATimes] The BBC, the network that airs the show, made the decision to pause production and take it off the air for the foreseeable future [France24], leading to speculation that the show may not return at all. [Variety]

This is not the first time "Top Gear" has faced controversy. Over the years, the show and its presenters have been involved in numerous scandals, including Jeremy Clarkson's suspension and subsequent departure from the show in 2015 [Geo TV], which led to a relaunch with new presenters including Flintoff. However, the recent crash involving Flintoff has raised concerns about the show's future. [Looper]

The decision to put "Top Gear" on hiatus has been met with mixed reactions. Some fans are disappointed by the show's cancellation, while others believe it is a necessary step given the dangerous nature of the show's stunts. [News.com.au]

The fate of "Top Gear" remains uncertain, as the BBC has not provided any timeline for its return. It is unclear whether the show will be revived with new presenters or if this will be the end of "Top Gear" for good. [Hollywood Reporter]

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