Mansell comes to blows with intruders.

Former Formula One world champion Nigel Mansell came to blows with intruders on his Jersey property over the Easter weekend, it has emerged.

Mansell, who scored back to back F1 and CART titles in 1992 and 1993, was assulted and had to receive first aid from a police doctor on the scene, according to reports in British newspaper, The Daily Telegraph.

Mansell, who at the height of his fame was followed by a fanatical fan base, christened 'Mansell mania,' achieved fame worldwide for his gritty performances in both the Formula One and CART championships.

Mansell has been a Jersey resident since 1997 and, according to the paper, he is regarded as a 'reclusive figure' since moving to the island.

According to the report, five youths broke through the security fencing at Mansell's property and were met by Mansell, who has served his time as a police special constable and is a black belt in karate, demanding to know what they were doing. Blows ensued and the police were called.

The Jersey police confirmed that five men had been arrested on Friday on suspicion of minor public order offences and malicious damage.

A spokesman for Mansell confirmed to the Telegraph: "I can confirm that there was an incident at Mr Mansell's property which is being investigated by the police, who have indicated that they intend to take matters further."