VIDEO: Young Ashton Torgerson suffers serious crash at Chili Bowl, reported safe
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During the 11th lap of Wednesday night’s Chili Bowl race at The SageNet Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ashton Torgerson, 16, was involved in a severe crash. As the young driver flipped over multiple times after clipping a wall, he was ejected from the vehicle. He is now awake and speaking with health officials, according to officials. The Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals are an indoor midget car race held during the Tulsa State Fair each year. This race takes place on a 1/4 mile dirt oval track, and the drivers typically race for 30 laps. It is the biggest midget race of the year according to NASCAR.
I talked with 16yo Ashton Torgerson’s dad after he survived a brutal crash at the @cbnationals Wednesday. Miraculously, he says Ashton has no broken bones, but does have blood on his brain. @FOX23 @torgersonracing @Petersen_Media
— Julia Gorman (@Julia__Gorman) January 13, 2023
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Ashton Torgerson’s ejection from the vehicle after the terrifying crash has sparked intense debate online regarding driver safety. Some people do not like the video, but others believe it is necessary to circulate in order to inform people about the danger. The NASCAR fan and Twitter user @ZaxCal took to the platform to share his thoughts. To ensure that safety is taken seriously, this must be placed on the internet. There was no reason for him to be ejected from the car in the first place.
Didn’t have the night we wanted last night. Got wheeled running 10th which ended our night. Time to eat some 🍜 on Saturday! 🙏 to @torgersonracing on a speedy recovery! pic.twitter.com/pJfCd5oXEU
— Corey Day (@corey_day_) January 12, 2023
The Ashton Torgerson Video Raises Safety Concerns For Drivers
During the Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals, the SageNet Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma is often filled with the sound of engines and the roar of passionate race fans. On Wednesday night, however, everything grew eerily quiet as everyone focused on Ashton Torgerson’s safety. He was ejected from his race car after his car flipped several times and flipped several times before being transported to a local hospital in Tulsa. Immediately after the incident, track officials and the medical team responded. Before he was transported to the hospital via ambulance, Ashton Torgerson was reported to be awake and alert at the race track. His car flipped several times, causing him to be ejected. After being taken to the hospital, medical personnel responded quickly to the scene. During one of the most popular races, netizens became worried about driver safety as a result of this event. Togerson’s safety has been in the spotlight following the release of a host of videos captured during the crash. This has led to a lot of concern amongst fans over his safety.
A user commented that he was hoping Ashton Torgerson was okay following the terrifying scenes at the Chili bowl. I wonder why the car failed with the way safety has progressed. One user added I’m not gonna share the video of that accident because it’s proof that these things happen. Clearly, something went wrong in terms of safety. Hope he recovers quickly. Fortunately, the driver is awake and responding to the hospital’s medical staff. The PR team for Tergerson Racing, Peterson media, provided an update. Ashton is alert and awake at the hospital, they said. So far, he has passed his tests and has feeling in both hands and feet. Currently, he is undergoing scans. You will be kept updated as soon as we have more information. Ashton Torgerson Racing provided additional updates about the 16-year-old’s health in a subsequent tweet. When the crash occurred, Ashton Torgerson was running seventh in the preliminary race.
Update on Ashton Torgerson pic.twitter.com/pF7GHK2Toq
— Chili Bowl Nationals (@cbnationals) January 12, 2023
Praying for Ashton Torgerson after a scary crash at the chili bowl. Always spend that little extra money on safety equipment if you can, it could save your life.
— Andrew Molleur (@andrewmolleur35) January 12, 2023
Not gonna share the video of that accident at the Chili Bowl for obvious reasons but it’s proof that these things can happen. Obviously something failed safety wise. Wishing him a speedy recovery.
— Phil Spain 🤫 (@philenespanol) January 12, 2023
That wreck is absolutely terrifying, the wrecks at the #ChiliBowl have gotten so out of control the last few years. Miracle that kid is still alive.
— Noha (@MightyMack03) January 12, 2023
Safety has come a long way, but I feel that the event is gonna need an overhaul with what it allows over the next few years.
