What famous race car driver died?
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What famous race car driver died?
Dale Earnhardt
NASCAR Cup Series fatalities
| Driver | Date of accident | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Neil Bonnett ( U.S. ) | February 11, 1994 | Daytona 500 |
| Rodney Orr ( U.S. ) | February 14, 1994 | |
| Kenny Irwin Jr. ( U.S. ) | July 7, 2000 | thatlook.com 300 |
| Dale Earnhardt ( U.S. ) | February 18, 2001 | Daytona 500 |
How many NASCAR drivers have died while racing?
The premier series of NASCAR has seen 28 driver fatalities, the most recent of which occurred in February 2001 when Dale Earnhardt was killed during the Daytona 500. Safety in the sport has evolved through the decades.
How many drivers have been killed at Le Mans?
22 drivers
In all, a total of 22 drivers have died in and around the Circuit de la Sarthe, with more than half occurring along the circuit’s Mulsanne Straight. Sixteen during the race itself, five during pre-race practice and testing sessions, and one en route to the race.
Who was the NASCAR legend that died?
Nascar Legend Bruton Smith Dies Aged 95.
What NASCAR drivers died at Loudon?
NASCAR driver Adam Petty, 19, is killed after his car spins out and crashes into the wall in Turn 3 at New Hampshire International Speedway in Loudon, N.H.
How many Indy 500 drivers died?
All fatalities are related to Championship Car races at the speedway unless otherwise noted. 58 of the 73 fatalities occurred as part of the Indianapolis 500 (including the race, qualifying, and practice).
Who died at Texas Motor Speedway?
FORT WORTH, Texas – A medical examiner says a man who died in the infield during a NASCAR race at Texas Motor Speedway shot himself in the head. The Tarrant County medical examiner’s office on Sunday said the death of 42-year-old Kirk Franklin of Saginaw was a suicide.
What drivers have died at Daytona?
List of Daytona International Speedway fatalities
| Name | Date of accident | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Joe Booher | February 12, 1993 | Florida 200 |
| James Adamo | March 7, 1993 | Daytona 200 |
| Neil Bonnett | February 11, 1994 | Daytona 500 |
| Rodney Orr | February 14, 1994 | Daytona 500 |
