NASCAR races have always been known for their high-speed, bumper-to-bumper action, and occasional on-track accidents. On Sunday, during the GEICO 500 at the Talladega Superspeedway, things got a little heated between two of NASCAR’s top drivers, Ross Chastain and Kyle Larson.

The incident occurred during an overtime restart, with just two laps remaining in the race. Larson, who was leading at the time, attempted to bump draft Chastain’s #1 car in an effort to create some separation between himself and the pack of cars behind him. However, things didn’t go as planned, and Chastain ended up making contact with Noah Gragson, sending him into the wall.

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During an overtime restart in the latest Cup Series race, Kyle Larson attempted a bump draft on Ross Chastain, causing him to make contact with Noah Gragson and sending him into trouble. This resulted in Larson spinning to the inside of the track and Gragson colliding head-on with the outside wall. As Larson spun back onto the track, he got in way of oncoming traffic and was hit by Ryan Preece. The impact caused the rollbars on Larson’s passenger side to bend.

Fortunately, both Larson and Ryan Preece were examined and discharged from the infield care center. While the accident caused significant damage to the vehicles, the drivers escaped with minor injuries, a testament to the safety measures in place in NASCAR.

Despite the incident, the race went on, and Kyle Busch ultimately emerged victorious.

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Chastain has had a reputation for aggressive driving throughout his NASCAR career, often pushing the limits on the track in an effort to gain positions and secure wins. While this approach has earned him some success, it has also led to a fair share of on-track incidents and collisions with other drivers.

Sunday’s incident sparked outrage among NASCAR fans, with many taking to social media to express their anger and frustration. Some fans called for Chastain to be parked or even arrested, while others criticized his driving style, calling him a “bum” and a “wrecking ball.”

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Some even went as far as calling him “Wreck-it Ross,” a reference to the popular Disney character from the movie Wreck-it Ralph. One fan wrote, “GOD DANG IT ROSS!!!!!” while another said, “Noah got chastained.” One user reacted ominously, saying, “Ross strikes once again. No surprise.”

One fan tweeted, “Please arrest chASStain,” while another wrote, “I’d like to say I’m shocked, but let’s be honest, nothing shocking about that at all.” Others were quick to point out that Larson’s attempted bump draft was also a contributing factor to the incident.

The incident has brought back memories of Chastain’s previous run-ins with other drivers, including Gragson, with whom he had a heated rivalry in the past. Some fans have suggested that Chastain’s actions were motivated by a desire for revenge, while others believe that he is simply a reckless driver who doesn’t know how to control his car.

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Regardless of where fans stand on the incident, it’s clear that it was a dangerous moment on the track. NASCAR officials have a responsibility to ensure the safety of all drivers and to enforce the rules and regulations that are in place. While Chastain’s aggressive style of driving may be exciting to some, it’s important for drivers to prioritize safety and respect for their fellow competitors on the track.