“He’s Asking for Help:” Insider Calls Out NASCAR for Delayed Response to Cody Ware’s Chicago Crash

“He’s Asking for Help:” Insider Calls Out NASCAR for Delayed Response to Cody Ware’s Chicago Crash

The crash was horrific. With just two laps to go in the Cup Series race at the Chicago Street Course, Cody Ware’s No. 51 car blew a brake rotor and crashed headfirst at 93 mph. The Rick Ware Racing Ford Mustang was totaled despite slamming into the tire barrier, but bizarrely, NASCAR didn’t throw a caution until Shane van Gisbergen took the white flag. Given the magnitude of the wreck, questions were raised afterwards, particularly at race contr…

NASCAR says they didn't see Cody Ware's initial impact in caution controversy

NASCAR officials have responded publicly to the criticism of their handling of the race finish at Chicago, where they waited far too long to throw a caution for a severe accident that ultimately ended the race.Cody Ware was running 18th as race leader Shane van Gisbergen was approaching the white flag. But when a brake rotor exploded at one of the fastest parts of the circuit, Ware was just ...Keep reading

Denny Hamlin Slams NASCAR’s Delayed Safety Call After Chicago Crash: “No Question About It”

Denny Hamlin criticizes NASCAR's safety call in Chicago, sparking debate over driver safety after controversial race decision.