In a shocking development, a racing car driver named Douglas Costa, and his girlfriend named Mariana Giordano died due to mysterious illness after going on a trip together. As per reports, Mariana Giordano and Douglas Costa complained of suffering from fever, pain, and red rashes on their bodies. Notably, Mariana Giordano and his racer boyfriend Douglas Costa first developed symptoms on June 3. For the unversed, Douglas Costa was taking part in the AMG Cup Brasil - a motorsport competition for Mercedes-Benz cars. He was taken to a private hospital in Jundiai, Brazil. Now, the question arises what exactly happened to Douglas Costa and his girlfriend and where did they go on a trip? To know the answer continue reading-
What happened to Douglas Costa & his girlfriend?
The 42-year-motor racer named Douglas Costa along with his 36-year-old girlfriend Mariana developed symptoms after the visited 'rural area' in Campinas, Brazil, on May 27. As per the Epidemiological Surveillance of Jundiai, via Folha UOL, they may have contracted dengue, spotted fever or leptospirosis. For the unaware, dengue is transmitted by mosquitos and has several symptoms like headaches and joint pain. On the other hand, spotted fever is a severe febrile disease that leaves spots on the skin. It is to be noted that the main cause of death is yet to be revealed and therefore their illness is being said as a mysterious one.
What happened to Tori Bowie? American sprinter's death reason revealed in autopsy
Douglas Costa was taking part in the AMG Cup Brasil when he was rushed to a private hospital in Jundiai on June 7. Mariana had already been taken to hospital in Sao Paulo two days earlier. However, they both sadly passed away within four hours of each other. Costa died on June 8, 2023.