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Re: Official NASCAR 2014 thread
« Reply #325 on: August 10, 2014, 03:35:13 AM »
that video is really jacked up. 

One deadspin comment said Stewart's pit changed the back right tire after the accident.  I wonder if its true.
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« Reply #326 on: August 10, 2014, 10:24:38 AM »
Can someone who follows this give us background on Tony Stewart?  Seems I've heard he has a history of being a dick?  That video looks like he did that crap on purpose????

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« Reply #327 on: August 10, 2014, 10:58:22 AM »
I don't follow racecar driving but do guys usually get out of their car and walk around trying to get in front of the other racecars often? that seems like something that maybe isn't a good idea. obviously the car drivers should do everything possible not to run him over but what on earth was he thinking was going to happen?

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« Reply #328 on: August 10, 2014, 10:59:19 AM »
I don't follow racecar driving but do guys usually get out of their car and walk around trying to get in front of the other racecars often? that seems like something that maybe isn't a good idea. obviously the car drivers should do everything possible not to run him over but what on earth was he thinking was going to happen?

yeah seemed very WWFE

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« Reply #329 on: August 10, 2014, 11:04:42 AM »
Can someone who follows this give us background on Tony Stewart?  Seems I've heard he has a history of being a dick?  That video looks like he did that crap on purpose????

Watched the video multiple times, and after growing up around racing/dirt track racing, there is no doubt in my mind Tony did not hit him on purpose..

First, he was a cocky young kid cause he had no reason to be pissed. Tony slid him and the kid didn't check up and drove himself in the wall. Also, when he gets out (completely rough ridin' idiotic), he almost gets hit by the car in front of TS and then jumps back down after, Tony probably barely saw him (black fire suit, helmet, dark track, car in front of him, etc.). He hit the gas when he saw him to get down the track, but in a staggered car on a slick/not tacky track, he kicks the back end out instead of moving the car down, and that's what clipped him.. Sad deal

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« Reply #330 on: August 10, 2014, 11:08:19 AM »
Can someone who follows this give us background on Tony Stewart?  Seems I've heard he has a history of being a dick?  That video looks like he did that crap on purpose????

Watched the video multiple times, and after growing up around racing/dirt track racing, there is no doubt in my mind Tony did not hit him on purpose..

First, he was a cocky young kid cause he had no reason to be pissed. Tony slid him and the kid didn't check up and drove himself in the wall. Also, when he gets out (completely rough ridin' idiotic), he almost gets hit by the car in front of TS and then jumps back down after, Tony probably barely saw him (black fire suit, helmet, dark track, car in front of him, etc.). He hit the gas when he saw him to get down the track, but in a staggered car on a slick/not tacky track, he kicks the back end out instead of moving the car down, and that's what clipped him.. Sad deal

Wouldn't a "pro" racer know this fact too?  I'm sure didn't mean to hit him but I'm sure there was some "i'm going to blow some dust on this young punk" type of thinking going on.

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Re: Official NASCAR 2014 thread
« Reply #331 on: August 10, 2014, 11:14:45 AM »
Yes and no.. if he locks up the brakes, in a sprint car, he hits the kid without a doubt (possibly doesn't kill him, tho). Hit the gas, and he has a chance to not.

Point is, by coming down on the track, that kid put his life in the hands of TS to make a split second decision, and it didn't work out for him.

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« Reply #332 on: August 10, 2014, 11:16:21 AM »
Yes and no.. if he locks up the brakes, in a sprint car, he hits the kid without a doubt (possibly doesn't kill him, tho). Hit the gas, and he has a chance to not.

Point is, by coming down on the track, that kid put his life in the hands of TS to make a split second decision, and it didn't work out for him.

Incredibly nascar-level thinking by that dude.

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« Reply #333 on: August 10, 2014, 11:28:09 AM »
Can someone who follows this give us background on Tony Stewart?  Seems I've heard he has a history of being a dick?  That video looks like he did that crap on purpose????

Watched the video multiple times, and after growing up around racing/dirt track racing, there is no doubt in my mind Tony did not hit him on purpose..

First, he was a cocky young kid cause he had no reason to be pissed. Tony slid him and the kid didn't check up and drove himself in the wall. Also, when he gets out (completely rough ridin' idiotic), he almost gets hit by the car in front of TS and then jumps back down after, Tony probably barely saw him (black fire suit, helmet, dark track, car in front of him, etc.). He hit the gas when he saw him to get down the track, but in a staggered car on a slick/not tacky track, he kicks the back end out instead of moving the car down, and that's what clipped him.. Sad deal

Wouldn't a "pro" racer know this fact too?  I'm sure didn't mean to hit him but I'm sure there was some "i'm going to blow some dust on this young punk" type of thinking going on.


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Re: Official NASCAR 2014 thread
« Reply #334 on: August 10, 2014, 01:00:29 PM »
Probably only one or two people who know what actually happens. imo, looks like an accident. But there is no way to know right now. Very bad deal.
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Re: Official NASCAR 2014 thread
« Reply #335 on: August 10, 2014, 04:54:57 PM »
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Re: Official NASCAR 2014 thread
« Reply #336 on: August 10, 2014, 04:59:39 PM »
Wasn't there chatter recently about TS racing in these events already and he was like it's no big deal, I've done it all the time. Then this happens. :(

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Re: Official NASCAR 2014 thread
« Reply #337 on: August 11, 2014, 08:41:20 AM »
Are they really talking about a rule change? A fine? Penalty? How about don't walk out in traffic because you might die.

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Re: Official NASCAR 2014 thread
« Reply #339 on: August 14, 2014, 10:35:55 PM »
Damn, that's some pretty heavy stuff. He literally couldn't get enough time on the track and in an instant it's all gone. I know when I was done playing ball it wasn't the same but it's hard. Terrible for all parties involved.

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« Reply #340 on: August 14, 2014, 10:40:59 PM »
I hate to be cynical in this, but someone ought to be. This seems like a calculated act of contrition. The great man poised to announce his retirement for accidentally slaying the unknown boy, only to be persuaded back into racing by a tide of forgiveness, absolving him of all his sins. That tide is coming, have no doubt.

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« Reply #341 on: August 14, 2014, 10:44:39 PM »
I hate to be cynical in this, but someone ought to be. This seems like a calculated act of contrition. The great man poised to announce his retirement for accidentally slaying the unknown boy, only to be persuaded back into racing by a tide of forgiveness, absolving him of all his sins. That tide is coming, have no doubt.

Very well said. Pretty good chance it will happen too.

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Re: Official NASCAR 2014 thread
« Reply #342 on: August 15, 2014, 08:08:52 AM »
Nice legitimate website there Wacky...:dubious:
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« Reply #343 on: August 15, 2014, 08:26:07 AM »
Nice legitimate website there Wacky...:dubious:
Saw it on Fb, bro.

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« Reply #344 on: August 15, 2014, 09:16:39 AM »
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Re: Official NASCAR 2014 thread
« Reply #345 on: August 15, 2014, 09:23:48 AM »
I hate to be cynical in this, but someone ought to be. This seems like a calculated act of contrition. The great man poised to announce his retirement for accidentally slaying the unknown boy, only to be persuaded back into racing by a tide of forgiveness, absolving him of all his sins. That tide is coming, have no doubt.

I probably shouldn't think that, but I feel like it's a possibility.

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« Reply #346 on: August 15, 2014, 09:28:18 AM »
Nice legitimate website there Wacky...:dubious:
Saw it on Fb, bro.

sweet jesus.
I don't follow nascar, I saw the headline and posted it, sorry I ruined your day with fake news.

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« Reply #347 on: August 15, 2014, 09:29:14 AM »
Nice legitimate website there Wacky...:dubious:
Saw it on Fb, bro.

sweet jesus.
I don't follow nascar, I saw the headline and posted it, sorry I ruined your day with fake news.

get a little better every day. Happy Friday!  :D
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« Reply #348 on: August 15, 2014, 09:30:40 AM »
Nice legitimate website there Wacky...:dubious:
Saw it on Fb, bro.

sweet jesus.
I don't follow nascar, I saw the headline and posted it, sorry I ruined your day with fake news.

get a little better every day. Happy Friday!  :D
You too! :cheers:

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« Reply #349 on: August 15, 2014, 04:49:10 PM »
Gordon won the pole again today. Really on a hot streak  :cool:
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