Joey Gase was extremely angry with Dawson Cram following their clash during the Xfinity race at Richmond. Gase had a tumultuous race, with his involvement ending in the first stage after being wrecked by his former close associate. The driver of the No:35 Chevy was livid about the incident and wasted no time in seeking revenge.
Gase forcefully tore off the damaged bumper plate from his Camaro, which had suffered significant damage from contact with the wall. He then waited on the track until Cram completed a lap, and when Cram returned to the area where the incident occurred, Gase hurled the panel at his rival’s car.
Joey Gase is no stranger to such dramatic moments in NASCAR, as he often finds himself in similar situations. What made this incident particularly amusing was Gase’s choice to throw the panel, as drivers typically retaliate by throwing their race helmets.
Ultimately, it’s understandable that Gase would be frustrated in that moment. As an owner-driver, he has put in a great deal of effort to field his own car, and the wreck adds another layer of disappointment. However, fans on social media are not fully supportive of Gase due to his eventful past.
Fans on social media had mixed reactions to the incident. Some sided with the owner-driver and argued that he shouldn’t have suffered such a fate. These fans also criticized Cram for wrecking someone like Gase, who had played a role in his career development.
On the other hand, some fans were highly critical of Joey Gase and believed that his retaliation was simply a ploy for attention. A few even suggested that it was a tactic to gain more exposure for his sponsors. However, Gase’s strong post-race criticism of Cram disproves these claims.
Race against crime… committing an assault.
Is this protest-worthy?
The same reaction I get from my daughter when I give her the blue Rapunzel cup instead of the pink Cinderella cup.
The same reaction I get from my daughter when I give her the blue Rapunzel cup instead of the pink Cinderella cup.
The art of vengeance.
A significant fine and suspension may be imminent.
Setting aside online trolls, Gase may face a severe penalty from NASCAR. The incident was a serious violation of safety and warrants a penalty, as it put both Gase himself and other drivers in a risky situation.
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