Saturday was a day full of adrenaline and fiery moments at Dover International Speedway during the NASCAR Xfinity Series BetRivers 200. Among the nail-biting moments was a scary situation where RSS Racing driver Ryan Sieg had to perform an emergency evacuation of his flaming vehicle.
Sieg, driver of the #39 Sci Aps Ford, was having a strong race, patiently waiting for the right moment to make his move. However, in a blink of an eye, everything changed.
Smoke started to appear under his hood near the right front tire, and before he knew it, his car was engulfed in flames. With quick thinking, Sieg had to bring his car to a stop in Turn 2 and perform an emergency evacuation.
It was a frightening moment for Sieg and the audience, but the driver reassured everyone that he was okay. He told Fox Sports that there was no indication of what had caused the fire, and it simply just caught him by surprise.
Despite the setback, Sieg showed incredible composure and bravery, making sure to get out safely without any injuries.
But that wasn’t the end of the fiery moments for RSS Racing on Saturday. Sieg’s teammate, Blaine Perkins, also faced a similar situation when his car caught fire on Lap 52. However, just like Sieg, Perkins was able to control the situation and safely evacuate his vehicle.
The incidents stirred concern and worry among the team and fans, but the quick action and professionalism shown by the RSS Racing crew were admirable. They sprang into action and quickly extinguished the fire, ensuring the safety of both drivers and preventing any further damage.
As the race continued, Ryan Sieg’s fans and fellow drivers showed their support and well wishes for the driver. The hashtag #PrayersForSieg started circulating on social media, displaying the strong community and camaraderie within the NASCAR family.
Despite not being able to finish the race, Sieg remained in good spirits and showed sportsmanship, congratulating his fellow competitors on their performances. His resilience and positive attitude were commendable, and it serves as an inspiration to all race car drivers and fans alike.
The No. 39 catches fire at the exit of Turn 2!@RyanSiegRacing quickly climbed from the car under his own power. pic.twitter.com/odhbyOTmIX
— NASCAR Xfinity (@NASCAR_Xfinity) April 27, 2024
