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.
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| 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.
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| 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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