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Communication Breakdown Leads to Major Crash in NASCAR Practice

Alon Day and Justin Allgaier involved in high-speed collision during Chicago Xfinity Series practice, resulting in significant damage and withdrawal.

  • Alon Day, driving for Alpha Prime Racing, collided with Justin Allgaier's stationary car during a practice session.
  • The crash occurred under a yellow caution flag, highlighting a critical communication failure between Day and his spotter.
  • Allgaier's team had a backup car, allowing him to continue, while Day's team did not, forcing his withdrawal from the race.
  • Both drivers emerged uninjured, but their cars sustained extensive damage, with Day's car towed from the track.
  • The incident has raised concerns about spotter communication and NASCAR's handling of caution flags.
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