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Autoweek: Popular IndyCar driver Justin Wilson dies Monday; was an advocate for safety.

Dammit. “[He] pushed for safety at every turn, and he recently offered a detailed explanation of why oval-track spectators should be positioned on the inside of dangerous corners the way rally fans are. He acknowledged the cost it would take to pull off such a radical change to the sport’s viewing habits, but he wasn’t afraid to offer a smart opinion.” Hideous that this season’s crazy bodywork murdered him.

Later: Apparently he chose to be an organ donor. Media is saying his organs have saved six lives. Now that’s sportsmanship.

08/25/15 • 12:22 AM • Sports • Vehicles • (5) Comments

Comments:

Aw, man. That’s sad news.

Posted by Will on 08/25/15 at 01:25 AM

If they don’t give up the bodywork, they’re going to have to consider closed cockpits.

Posted by Garret P Vreeland on 08/25/15 at 01:44 AM

They’re starting a trust fund for his daughters, here:

Wilson Children’s Fund
C/O INDYCAR
4551 West 16th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46222

Posted by Garret P Vreeland on 08/25/15 at 01:44 AM

There’s an update to this post. See “Later:” above.

Posted by Garret P Vreeland on 08/25/15 at 03:05 PM

Hear hear to that update.

Posted by Will on 08/25/15 at 04:30 PM

 

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