WATCH: “Logano strikes again”- Fans explode as Joey Logano propells Justin Haley into the tire barriers at Indy
Joey Logano started 18th in the race, with Justin Haley in 15th. Michael McDowell won the race starting fourth on the grid.
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Joey Logano (left, credits: Beyond The Flag), Justin Haley after his collision with tyre barriers(Middle, credits: Twitter) and Justin Haley (Right, credits: Essentially Sports)
The flow of the Verizon 200 race in Indianapolis was disturbed in its early moments when Joey Logano‘s car connected with Justin Haley‘s, propelling the latter into the tire barriers. The footage capturing this untimely clash soon found its virtual voyage to the internet, sparking a torrent of reproach from fans on Twitter, who directed their frustration towards Joey Logano for his role in the incident.
Justin Haley, who had previously showcased his prowess with a commendable runner-up finish at the Chicago Street Course in July, found his aspirations for another impressive result shattered early in the Indianapolis race. The Kaulig Racing driver was piloting his No. 31 car, poised to make his mark on the race, when an unfortunate encounter with Joey Logano abruptly altered his trajectory.
As the cars exited Turn 5, Logano skipped onto the curbs, which unsettled his car resulting in contact between Haley’s car and Logano’s No. 22 Ford. The impact propelled Haley’s car toward the tire barriers with alarming force. The incident occurred at a section of the track notorious for its unforgiving nature, where side-by-side racing seldom unfolds without repercussions.
Despite his car’s severe damage, Haley’s unwavering determination prevailed. He salvaged his race with a patched-up car adorned with LeafFilter branding, rejoining the contest a lap behind the leaders. This incident didn’t just affect Haley’s race; it spotlighted Logano’s actions, igniting speculation about tensions and discussions beyond the track.
Fans claim that Joey Logano hasn’t changed his approach since 2021
The racing drama spilled beyond the track and into the digital realm. The video of Logano’s car launching Haley’s No. 31 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 into the tire barriers infiltrated the internet, triggering a chorus of fan outrage. The social sphere buzzed with tweets and replies, some branding Logano with the provocative label of a ‘terrorist.’ Some users even mocked the defending champion calling the incident one of his ‘cleanest passes.’
A similar situation occurred in 2021. Joey Logano and Daniel Suárez both crashed into the tire barrier late in the race, which was caused by the curbing at Turn 5 coming up. This time, though, Haley was the victim, and Logano escaped with a ten-second stop-go penalty. One user drew parallels to this incident, saying Logano hasn’t changed since 2021.
The Verizon 200 race served as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of motorsports. Logano’s collision with Haley and the subsequent events showcased the thin line between triumph and adversity on the racetrack. While many took it to mock Logano, there were a handful of fans who judged the incident as a racing incident and weren’t that harsh on Joey.
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