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Tragedy at Bonneville Salt Flats shakes racing community

The racing world is mourning after Chris Raschke, a veteran motorsports figure, lost his life while chasing a speed record at Utah’s iconic Bonneville Salt Flats. Known for its glasslike surface and legendary Speed Week, Bonneville has long drawn thrill-seekers and car enthusiasts. Raschke, who spent over 40 years in the sport, was behind the wheel of the Speed Demon when he lost control just a few miles into his run. This incident is a stark reminder of the risks drivers take for the love of speed. How do you feel about the balance between passion and safety in motorsports? #Sports #BonnevilleSaltFlats #SpeedWeek