Bryan Clauson was one of the top short dirt car drivers in the world. Unfortunately he died Sunday following injuries sustained in a bad crash from a race on Saturday.
The 27-year old was racing in the 39th Belleville Midget Nationals in Kansas when his car hit the guard rail and flipped several times. Another car then slammed into his car, t-boning his vehicle.
Clauson was airlifted to a nearby hospital but died from his injuries the following day.
Clauson’s family issued a statement via TMZ Sports:
“Our Bryan fought to the end with the same desire that he demonstrated behind the wheel of all the various race cars he would park in victory lane.”
“However, we were more proud of our Bryan that took a moment to make a young fan’s day, or demonstrated his uncommon kindness and appreciation toward his friends, family and fans.”
Clauson had made 26 starts in the NASCAR XFINITY Series.
