When you have raced for 65 years, time seems to be an endless flow of bliss. That was the case for John Force, the NHRA legend. He once famously said he would keep racing until the very end. However, the sting of reality drained this magical dream of the 16-time NHRA champion. Force had a harrowing crash last year. Almost one and a half years later, the final nail in the coffin of his wish is here.

On 23rd June 2024, John Force was involved in a 302 mph crash at the 2024 Virginia Nationals. He sustained a traumatic brain injury, having also suffered a broken sternum and a right wrist injury. These mishaps were enough to derail his legendary career once and for all. And we have the legend himself announcing it with his characteristic charisma.

The Force will be with us off the tracks

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