S1 Ep205: Dan Wheldon: The Perfect Storm that Reformed Indycar
Past Gas
Donut Media
4.9 • 7.2K Ratings
🗓️ 16 October 2023
⏱️ 57 minutes
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Summary
Dan Wheldon was a talented and charming driver who left an indelible mark on the world of motorsport. But how did this unflappable Englishman break through to IndyCar stardom? Why did he turn down the offer to race in Formula One? And how did his tragic death shape the future of IndyCar? Today on Past Gas, we explore the legacy of IndyCar champion, Dan Wheldon.
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| 1:55.0 | It's October 16th, 2011 at the Isod IndyCar World Championship. |
| 2:00.0 | The blazing Las Vegas sun beats down on the back of driver Dan Weldon. |
| 2:04.0 | As a trickle of sweat runs down his forehead and onto the bridge of his sunglasses. |
| 2:08.0 | Dan mentally prepares himself for the challenge. He's about to face. |
| 2:12.0 | Tall and athletic with piercing blue eyes and a charismatic smile. That's exact. |
| 2:17.0 | Dan Weldon is hot off his victory at the Indy 500 and eager to maintain a winning streak. |
| 2:22.0 | Thousands of IndyCar fans pack the stands, crying out in admiration as he makes his way towards his Delara IRO 5 marked number 77. |
| 2:31.0 | After tapping on the nose of his car three times, Dan slides in on the non-gear shifter side of the car, praying that his pre-race ritual will protect and guide him like it always has. |
| 2:41.0 | But how could he possibly know that he would be getting behind the wheel for the very last time? |
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