Looks like he’s in front of it to my eyes. And, even dirt track cars have steering, throttle control and brakes. There are two parties to this.
So, you’re saying that the kid stepped right in front of the car, in essence playing “chicken” and refused to move even when the car is close enough to touch?
A spokesman for Stewart provided the following statement to The Observer early Sunday morning:
“A tragic accident took place last night during a sprint car race in which Tony Stewart was participating. Tony was unhurt but a fellow competitor lost his life. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. We’re still attempting to sort through all the details and we appreciate your understanding during this difficult time.”
The Observer is the Charlotte Observer, the paper Jim Utter writes for in NC.
It’s difficult to ascertain from the vid., but the white/blue #45 approached slower. Then, I hear an engine accelerate (presumably Stewart’s) and then a higher speed clip on the higher line. It seems like the car was moving upwards rather than the driver walking into his direct line.