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'Massive' NHRA Dragster Wreck Flips Tony Stewart's Car in Terrifying Scene

'Massive' NHRA Dragster Wreck Flips Tony Stewart's Car in Terrifying Scene

Summary

Tony Stewart experienced a significant crash during an NHRA event at Maple Grove Raceway in Pennsylvania. Doug Kalitta's dragster collided with Stewart's car after crossing the finish line, flipping Stewart's car onto its side. Both drivers were unharmed and left their vehicles on their own, although Stewart did not remember the crash.

Key Facts

  • Tony Stewart was involved in a crash during an NHRA event at Maple Grove Raceway.
  • Doug Kalitta's dragster hit Stewart's car after a race and caused Stewart's car to flip.
  • Stewart was racing instead of his wife, Leah Pruett.
  • Stewart recently won the NHRA Top Fuel regular-season championship.
  • The crash left Stewart with a headache and he did not remember the incident.
  • Both Stewart and Kalitta were able to leave their dragsters without help.
  • NHRA medical staff examined both drivers, and they were released without serious injuries.

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