Touching moment a Spanish cab driver who was giving corona patients free hospital rides gets a surprise cheque and standing ovation from doctors after they call him for a pick-up (7 Pics)

A taxi-driver was surprised with a standing ovation and a lump-sum of cash from doctors at a hospital in Madrid after giving patients free rides to and from appointments amid the coronavirus pandemic.

The unnamed good Samaritan was shocked as he walked into rounds of applause from staff at the Spanish hospital who handed him an envelope with money and a dedication inside.

In a clip shared to Twitter by the Spanish Taxi union, the driver is shown to be moved to tears by the sweet gesture, with many online saying they had the same reaction.

Doctors had rung the driver to tell him to pick up a patient at the hospital to set up the surprise, which has won the hearts of internet users all over the world.

Spain is one of the worst hit countries in the coronavirus pandemic, second only to the US.

The Mediterranean country has seen more than 20,000 deaths from Covid-19 and nearly 200,000 infections from the killer disease. 

The sweet video has now been watched more than 3.2 million times, with people praising both the driver and the doctors.

'This crisis is bringing out the best in many citizens. And rewarding them for it never hurts. That is precisely what they have done in a Madrid hospital, paying tribute to a taxi driver who takes patients without charging them' one wrote.

'I am proud to be a taxi driver, son of a taxi driver and father of a taxi driver. Come on, comrades!' said another. 

El Taxi Unido, who shared the original clip, also reassured passengers that the cabs are disinfected between every use to prevent the spread of the virus. 

'Good things happen to good people sometimes, he clearly gave so much to others without expectation of reward. So humbling and beautiful, moments like this are the best side of humanity' said one.

'Yep, had me crying! Lovely man. X 

'What a kindhearted man he is. Brought me to tears. How lovely the way the hospital staff showed their gratitude

The sweet video has now been watched more than 3.2 million times, with people praising both the driver and the doctors.

'So many extraordinary acts of kindness coming from the ranks.

'Recognition for an unsung hero doing what he felt was right. Truly heartwarming.   

'Omg crying !!! This is so lovely to see on a Sunday morning' said another.