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06-21-2008, 06:24 PM
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RIP Scott Kalitta
Not sure if any of you are drag racing fans, but I sure am. Today, 2 time Top Fuel champion Scott Kalitta, 46 unfortunately lost his life doing what he loved best. He was on his 4th and final qualifying run when his car burst into flames. He lost control, and hit the wall at the end of the strip at a reported 300 miles per hour. NHRA, and the world lost a great man today..  Scott Kalitta.. 1962-2008
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06-21-2008, 06:30 PM
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I don't follow drag racing, but whenever there's a loss of life in any type of motorsport it's tough to take.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Kalitta family. |
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06-21-2008, 06:31 PM
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ESPN showed the replay and it was brutal.
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06-21-2008, 06:40 PM
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That crash was incredible. I've seen the body fly off, car erupt in flames, but I have NEVER seen a car just detonate in the shut-down zone like that.
 It was like a bomb went off or something. I'd really be interested to know the cause there.At least the man went out doing what he loved. RIP Scott 
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No kidding, the engine eruption looked bad enough, then the car exploded.. Man.. However, it is fitting that he lost his life on the track he debuted.
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06-21-2008, 07:48 PM
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This is sad........His car like exploded at the end of the strip....I would also like to know the cause RIP Scott and my prayers go out to his family and friends
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06-21-2008, 07:48 PM
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wow. Never like to hear news like that.
The man was a great addition to the sport of auto racing in general, and will be missed. Thanks for the memories Scott. |
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