Sunday, October 16, 2011

IndyCar driver Dan Wheldon dies after race collision

The sports world was rocked today with the unfortunate death of IndyCar driver Dan Wheldon. Wheldon, 33, was involved in a 15-car crash at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway earlier today. The collision occurred after just 11 laps of the IndyCar Series Season finale.
Dan Wheldon
Wheldon of Emberton, England, was this year's Indianapolis 500 winner and the IndyCar Series champion in 2005. He was competing in only his third IndyCar race this season, vying for a $5 million bonus for drivers who had not fully competed in the series this year.
Photo of crash by Jennifer Stewart/US Presswire
The race was called off following the announcement of his death, but drivers were allowed to complete a five-lap tribute in salute of the driver.

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