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MADISON, IL – JUNE 02: Former NASCAR, Motorsport, USA driver Ken Schrader speaks during the Lunch with Legends for the NASCAR Cup Series Enjoy Illinois 300 on June 2, 2023, at Madison in World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway, Illinois. Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire AUTO: JUN 02 NASCAR Cup Series Enjoy Illinois 300 EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon116230602010300

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MADISON, IL – JUNE 02: Former NASCAR, Motorsport, USA driver Ken Schrader speaks during the Lunch with Legends for the NASCAR Cup Series Enjoy Illinois 300 on June 2, 2023, at Madison in World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway, Illinois. Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire AUTO: JUN 02 NASCAR Cup Series Enjoy Illinois 300 EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon116230602010300
In the high-risk domain of motorsport, tensions, and rivalries often reach a boiling point. When this fierce spirit mingles with the sport’s intrinsic perils, the resultant narrative is as enthralling as any high-speed chase. This rings true in the realm of NASCAR Legends, where an incident featuring Paul Tracy and Ken Schrader has sparked a firestorm of indignation.
Kenny Wallace, yet another luminary of the track, has recently rallied to the side of Ken Schrader, the erstwhile NASCAR driver. Recognizing the gravity of the unfolding drama, the SRX League has decided to act against Paul Tracy.
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What sparked the anger of the revered NASCAR driver against Paul Tracey?
Thursday evening was an epic showdown for SRX racing giants at the Pulaski County Motorsports Park. Amid the flurry of events, one skirmish that seized the spotlight was the relentless tug of war for supremacy between Paul Tracey and Ken Schrader, two gladiators unwilling to cede an inch on the track.
The competition morphed into a fierce contest when Ken Schrader was elbowed into the track’s perimeter wall in an altercation with Paul Tracey’s #3 car, leading to a fleeting momentary contact. Despite Ken Schrader emerging victorious from the duel, his satisfaction was clouded by his distaste for Tracey’s track tactics. His discontent found its voice in the post-race interview, where he proclaimed, “I’m not running another race with him. I’m done.”
KEN SCHRADER IS NOT HAPPY!!! pic.twitter.com/jgOg9oV6dd
— Mr Matthew Racing (@f1skndlendldnsl) July 28, 2023
Tracey’s habit of brandishing an aggressive driving style has drawn the ire of the SRX, leading to his suspension from the Superstar Racing Experience series. The event has even called two NASCAR stalwarts to the stage in support of Ken Schrader.
Dale Earnhardt Jr., in a recent Tweet, wrote, “If you get Kenny Schrader mad at you, You messed up.”
Echoing the same sentiment, Kenny Wallace uploaded a video on his YouTube channel commending the legendary NASCAR driver, stating, “Paul Tracey is a winner; he’s won a lot of Indy car races, he drove for Roger Pensky, but he has always been very aggressive. Schrader’s had enough of this shit. And Dale Earnhardt Jr. got on Twitter last night and said it right.”
While Paul Tracey’s sudden censure has taken many NASCAR aficionados by surprise, most of them seem to favor the verdict, given his recent trend of hard-hitting racing tactics.
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Fans’ Verdict: Supporting Ken Schrader in his standoff with Paul Tracey
The instant Dale Earnhardt Jr. posted a tweet referencing Ken Schrader’s indignation towards Paul Tracey, fans were quick to jump into the fray with their own reactions. While fan bases are usually as varied as a patchwork quilt in their allegiance to their favorite NASCAR drivers, this time the scales tilted heavily in Ken Schrader’s favor, endorsing his discontent with Paul Tracey’s aggressive racing style. Here is what fans had to say about the incident:
“Agreed.”
“Hurt my heart seeing Schrader that dejected”
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“Paul Tracy is an embarrassment.”
“Paul Tracy is a wrecking ball that shouldn’t be allowed near a race car ever again. Protect Schrader at all costs!!! He’s a national treasure”
“I can say without any doubt. That is a correct statement.”
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Regardless of the drama, the incident has certainly spiced up the race narrative. While aggressive tactics on the track are not unheard of, competing fiercely for a position is the very heart of the race. What’s your take on Ken Schrader’s fury at Paul Tracey? Do you believe the provocation was significant enough to warrant a suspension?
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