Veteran racing driver Marcel Angel, 62, died on Saturday, 19 September 2026, following a fatal crash during Race 1 of the Extreme SuperCars category at Killarney International Raceway in Cape Town.
The incident occurred during the National Extreme Festival, leading organisers to cancel the remainder of the day’s racing programme as a mark of respect for the long-time competitor. Angel, who was a well-known figure in the South African motorsport scene and the founder of the Cape Town-based dealership Autohaus Angel, had been an active participant in the sport for several decades.
It is with profound sadness that we confirm the passing of Marcel Angel, following an incident during Race 1 of the Extreme SuperCars Driven by Dunlop at Killarney International Raceway today.
Extreme Festival organisers confirmed the fatality shortly after the event was halted, with Motorsport South Africa (MSA) also issuing a formal statement regarding the tragedy. The organisation expressed their condolences to the family, friends, and fellow competitors of the deceased.
Motorsport South Africa extends its sincere condolences to Marcel’s family, friends, fellow competitors and everyone who knew him.
Angel’s death comes less than a month after he secured an overall victory in the Sport and GT category at the same Killarney circuit on 22 August 2026. This success underscored his enduring competitiveness in high-speed racing categories, where he had remained a consistent presence on the track.
While various social media reports have circulated regarding the specific mechanics of the crash, including unverified claims that the vehicle struck a wall near a local landfill site, these accounts remain unconfirmed. CapeFlats.co.za journalists are checking with local officials and track authorities to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident.
We will provide updates as more information regarding the investigation becomes available.