“It’s really special to be part of an event that means so much to me. Placerville Speedway is a place where my family and I grew up going to, not just as fans, but to race,” Kyle Larson said, a few days ago, as he revealed his busy post-season schedule. So, this weekend, the 33-year-old driver is racing in the USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets at Placerville Speedway.

The event is a collaboration between Larson and Russell Motorsports Inc. to bring the Hangtown 100 weekend to life. It showcases the former’s unwavering love for midget racing as he continues to shine at NASCAR’s highest level. However, Larson didn’t have a great start to the event. A viral video has torn through the internet. The recently-crowned champion found himself inches away from disaster, reminding everyone how

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