Are racers as competitive off the track as they are on the track? It’s a question a lot of fans may ponder at regular intervals after every competitive race. The only way to get a taste of what goes beyond the racetrack in their life is through social media.

One incident that we couldn’t find even on social media happened between two great racers. In a hilarious and candid moment, NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. recently shared the story behind an unexpected race with fellow driver Brad Keselowski that nearly had disastrous consequences—at least in terms of his breath and stamina.

Dale Jr. and Brad Keselowski’s sprint to the washroom has nu

The incident, which Earnhardt Jr. described as a “dumb idea,” took place during a race weekend when both drivers found themselves rushing to the restroom. What started as a lighthearted moment quickly turned into an all-out sprint, thanks to Keselowski’s decision to make a run for it. “I didn’t think either one of us could run that fast,” Earnhardt Jr. began, laughing as he recounted the story.

“Brad’s like, ‘I’m gonna go to the bathroom.’ I said, ‘I kind of gotta go too,’ so I took off running ahead of him.” But as Earnhardt Jr. bolted towards the bathroom, something unexpected happened: Keselowski wasn’t about to let his rival get away that easily. “He took off after me, and I was like, ‘Of course now I’ve got to beat him,’” Earnhardt Jr. explained. “There were fans in the grandstands cheering us on as we ran down the back straightaway. It was like a race within the race.”

Amid the laughter and the adrenaline, Earnhardt Jr. made it to the bathroom first, but the victory came at a cost. “I got in there, and I nearly freaking died, I was out of breath…. I shouldn’t have sprinted that hard for no reason” he admitted. Despite the physical toll, Earnhardt Jr. seemed to have found humor in the situation, realizing just how silly the whole thing had been.

While some fans may find it surprising how a star NASCAR driver found himself out of breath, one must not forget the lifestyle Junior led. Famous for partying late into the night during the week, Dale Jr. admitted to his vices of drinking and smoking. As seen by this instance of his sprint with Keselowski, the parties had an effect. However, the Junior fans know and love today has turned into a different person.

Fans of both Earnhardt Jr. and Keselowski will likely be smiling for days after hearing about this hilarious behind-the-scenes story, and it’s safe to say that this “race” will go down as one of the more memorable—and amusing—moments in NASCAR history.

Junior rubs salt in the wounds after NFL result

Washington Commanders’ brutal pounding of the Detroit Lions in the NFC Championship Game gave Dale Earnhardt Jr. an opportunity for a playful jab at his friend Brad Keselowski, a known Lions fan. The Commanders’ 45-31 upset sent ripples of joy through the Washington fanbase, and Dale Jr. celebrated the win with a bit of lighthearted taunting on social media. Keselowski, however, tried to downplay the loss. “I had a bad cold, that’s why we lost,” Keselowski joked in his response, showing the kind of frenemy relationship the two share.

This wasn’t the first time Dale Jr. had poked fun at Keselowski. Earlier, during a podcast shoot for the *Dale Jr. Download*, he took a lighthearted swipe at Keselowski’s spotter, TJ Majors, who had been notably absent despite being a regular guest. Dale Jr. teased, stirring up some amusing social media banter. Keselowski, always up for the friendly rivalry, didn’t miss a beat, responding with humor as he usually does.

These exchanges have underscored the long-standing, good-natured rivalry between Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Brad Keselowski, two of NASCAR’s most well-known figures. Whether it’s about football or racing, the two have a history of playful banter, often engaging in these light-hearted back-and-forths that keep fans entertained. In the aftermath of the Commanders’ win, Dale Jr. couldn’t resist another moment to tease Keselowski, making it clear that while the rivalry may be fierce, it’s all in good fun.