Alain Prost, the four‑time Formula One champion, suffered a head injury during a robbery at his Nyon home on Tuesday morning, Swiss tabloids reported. The attack, carried out by a masked gang, forced his son to open a safe before the perpetrators fled with undisclosed loot.

Police in Vaud launched a major investigation in cooperation with French border security. Early statements say several hooded men entered the house, threatened occupants, and slightly injured a family member. The incident remains under scrutiny while authorities evaluate the stolen items.

Prost, now 71, appeared visibly shaken and has left the lakeside property. Known as “Le Professeur,” he captured four F1 world titles between 1985 and 1993, racing for McLaren, Renault, Ferrari and Williams.

The case has drawn a wide police response, including regional Swiss and French units, science officers, customs investigators and a psychological support team for the family. The investigation continues to unravel the exact circumstances of the intrusion.