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USA Today
2 hours ago
- Automotive
- USA Today
Robbie Brewer, veteran race car driver, dies after NC crash
Veteran race car driver Robbie Brewer, 53, died following a crash during a race Aug. 9 at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina – his daughter confirmed in a social media post. Courtney Marquette wrote that her father was a mentor and best friend to her in a tribute posted to Facebook on the morning of Aug. 10. 'There wasn't much my dad couldn't fix/do when it came to his cars & racing was his absolute life which was no secret to anyone,' Marquette wrote. 'He left this world doing what he loved but it was just way way too soon.' FloRacing reported that Brewer's car veered towards the outside wall in the center of turns three and four with four laps remaining in a race in the Sportsman division. 'Unfortunately, I had a very direct line of sight into Brewer's vehicle,' Tom Radulovic, who was in the stadium as a fan when the crash occurred, told the Winston-Salem Journal. 'When they put him on the stretcher, I was able to see his hands, looking for that little wave athletes often give. There was no movement. My heart sank.' Bowman Gray Stadium said in a statement provided to the Journal and the Associated Press that Brewer was taken to an area hospital following 'an on-track medical incident.' 'Robbie was a talented and passionate racer, and highly respected competitor among his peers. Our thoughts and prayers are with Robbie's family and friends at this time,' the statement reads. USA TODAY has reached out to the track for the statement and did not receive an immediate response. The Journal reported that Brewer's death was the first at the track since 2002. Veteran race driver loved at track Driver Brad Lewis, whose race shop is close to where Brewer lived, told the Journal that Brewer was 'like a big brother' and added that he was 'a wheelman through and through.' 'I'm bet everybody in that pit area has a Robbie story and that's a testament to what he meant to that place and to all of us who compete over there,' Lewis said. Randy Smith, who has worked at the stadium for 16 years and was the track's chief flagman Saturday night, told the newspaper that, 'I don't think there is one person that can say anything bad about Robbie.' Brewer was an 11-time winner in the Sportsman division at Bowman Gray and made 311 career starts at the historic stadium across all divisions, according to FloRacing. The racing outlet noted that Brewer was twice a 602 Modified Tour champion and a 602 Super Limited (Late Model) Series champion. Marquette said in her tribute that her father had 'a smile that was contagious' and an offbeat sense of humor. 'I'll always try to remember the goofy jokes we had,' she wrote.
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Racing Veteran Robbie Brewer's Final Lap Ends In Tragedy
Veteran Bowman Gray racing legend Robbie Brewer has died after a devastating crash during Saturday night's Sportsman Division race. With just four laps to go, Brewer lost control and slammed into the wall, prompting rescue crews to cut through his car's roof to free him before rushing him to a nearby hospital. His family later confirmed his death, sending shockwaves through the racing world. Investigators suspect Brewer suffered a sudden heart attack in the cockpit that caused the collision. Over a 35-year career, Brewer became a track icon with more than 300 starts, multiple championships, and titles in the Sportsman, 602 Modified Tour, and Super Limited Series. As part of the close-knit Robbins & Lewis Racing family, he raced alongside Dylan Ward, Chase Lewis, and Brad Lewis, who posted a heartfelt tribute saying, 'I gave my last fist bump to Robbie… he was my family, a true man's man.' Read More
Newsweek
18 hours ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Veteran Bowman Gray Stadium Racer Robbie Brewer Dies After Horrific Crash
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Veteran Bowman Gray Stadium racer Robbie Brewer has died after a medical emergency led to a crash on Saturday night. The 53-year-old was racing in the Sportsman division on Saturday 9 August when he crashed on a race restart on lap 16. Running in fourth-place at the time, he crashed head-on into the wall, causing the No. 17 car to roll down the front stretch. Sources have told FloRacing that Brewer suffered from a heart attack which led to the head-on collision. The on-site medical and rescue team worked to remove the roof of the car to get to Brewer before he was taken to a local hospital. His family confirmed his passing on Sunday morning. A general view of racing during the Last Chance Qualifier race for the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium on February 02, 2025 in Winston Salem, North Carolina. A general view of racing during the Last Chance Qualifier race for the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium on February 02, 2025 in Winston Salem, North Gray Stadium released the following statement: "We are saddened by the passing of Robbie Brewer after he was transported to an area medical facility following an on-track medical incident during last night's event at Bowman Gray Stadium. "Robbie was a talented and passionate racer, and highly respected competitor among his peers. Our thoughts and prayers are with Robbie's family and friends at this time." Brewer was a long-time racer at the Bowman Gray Stadium, with 11 wins in the Sportsman division to his name and the 2011 championship title in the same group. In addition, he held two 602 Modified Tour championships and the 602 Super Limited Series title in 2016. He had been part of the Bowman Gray Racing community for almost four decades. Tributes have been pouring in for Brewer on social media. "Rest in Peace Robbie Brewer. Man a tough night at the Stadium. Life is a vapor, here today and gone tomorrow. Hold your loved ones tight, and always do what you love!" Rest in Peace Robbie Brewer. Man a tough night at the Stadium. Life is a vapor, here today and gone tomorrow. Hold your loved ones tight, and always do what you love! — Cody Green 🇺🇸 (@GoHeelsCody) August 10, 2025 "Today has been an awful day in motorsports, R.I.P. Robbie Brewer." Today has been an awful day in motorsports, R.I.P. Robbie Brewer — Daniel Kriete (@DanielKriete4) August 10, 2025 "Tonight, The Madhouse lost one of its own. While I was on other duties tonight, I'm heavily involved in the production of Bowman Gray broadcasts. These people we cover, they mean a lot to me. "My heart breaks for Robbie Brewer and his family, his friends, and his competitors." Tonight, The Madhouse lost one of its own. While I was on other duties tonight, I'm heavily involved in the production of Bowman Gray broadcasts. These people we cover, they mean a lot to me. My heart breaks for Robbie Brewer and his family, his friends, and his competitors. — Lucas Caylor (@LucasCaylor) August 10, 2025 "I just wake up to see the news out of Bowman Gray. Yesterday was an extremely tough day for motorsport fans. "It puts in perspective, how dangerous this sport can be. My prayers go out to those involved in the accident at Bowman Gray. "Rest in peace Robbie Brewer." I just wake up to see the news out of Bowman Gray. Yesterday was an extremely tough day for motorsport fans. It puts in perspective, how dangerous this sport can be. My prayers go out to those involved in the accident at Bowman Gray. Rest in peace Robbie Brewer.#NASCAR — Alex Stricklin (@_AlexStricklin_) August 10, 2025 Our thoughts go out to Brewer's family and friends at this time.
Economic Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Economic Times
Robbie Brewer, racing star, dies at 53 in tragic Bowman Gray crash
Synopsis Robbie Brewer, a 53-year-old veteran racer, tragically died after a medical emergency led to a crash at Bowman Gray Stadium. The incident occurred during a Sportsman division race when his car veered into the wall. Brewer, an 11-time Sportsman winner and 2011 champion, was a long-time fixture in the local racing community, leaving behind a legacy of skill and dedication. Robbie Brewer made 311 career starts at Bowman Gray - 24 in Modified, 259 in Sportsman, and 28 in Stadium Stock - with his debut coming in 1990 in the Buzzbomber division. (Image Credit: X) Robbie Brewer, a veteran racer at Bowman Gray Stadium, died Saturday night after a medical emergency led to a crash at the historic North Carolina short track, according to FloRacing. The 53-year-old Winston-Salem native, competing in the Sportsman division, was running fourth with four laps remaining in the first of two 20-lap features when his No. 17 car veered into the outside wall in turns three and four, then slammed nearly head-on into the front-straightaway wall. — RandomHeroWX (@RandomHeroWX) Sources also told FloRacing that Brewer suffered a heart attack in the car, causing the crews quickly responded, removing the roof of the car to extricate him before he was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Brewer's family confirmed his passing Sunday morning. According to FloRacing, an 11-time Sportsman winner and the 2011 division champion, Brewer made 311 career starts at Bowman Gray - 24 in Modified, 259 in Sportsman, and 28 in Stadium Stock - with his debut coming in 1990 in the Buzzbomber division. — AndrewK13_ (@AndrewK13_) His best Sportsman season came in 2015 with four victories. Beyond the Stadium, Brewer excelled in 602 Modified competition, amassing double-digit wins and capturing the 2018 and 2019 602 Modified Tour championships, as well as the 2016 602 Super Limited Series death marks the fifth fatality in Bowman Gray's racing history, the most recent since 2002. Known for his iconic green No. 68, Brewer was a fixture in the local racing community for over three decades, earning respect for his skill, consistency, and dedication to the sport. His passing leaves a deep void in the Bowman Gray family.
Time of India
a day ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Racing star Robbie Brewer passes away at 53 after heart attack causes Bowman Gray Stadium crash
Racing star Robbie Brewer passes away at 53 after heart attack causes Bowman Gray Stadium crash (Image via Getty) Robbie Brewer was a beloved short-track racing driver. On Saturday night, August 9, 2025, he suffered a serious medical problem while racing at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The incident happened in the Sportsman division, with just four laps to go in the first of two scheduled 20-lap races. Brewer's car veered into the wall in turn 4 and he was badly hurt. He was taken to a nearby hospital, and tragically, on Sunday morning his family confirmed he had died at age 53. Brewer's passing shocked the racing world. Robbie Brewer's heart attack during Bowman Gray Stadium race leads to fatal crash Robbie Brewer had been driving his famous green No. 68 car at Bowman Gray Stadium, a place he raced at for more than 35 years. On the night of August 9, he was competing in the Sportsman division. As the green flag waved with four laps left, Brewer suddenly lost control. — randomherowx (@randomherowx) His car, which had been running fourth, drifted into the outside wall between turns 3 and 4. It bounced off and hit nearly head-on at the straightaway wall. Track workers had to cut the roof off to get him out of the car. He was taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital. Reports say that Brewer had a heart attack while inside the car and that caused the crash. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Also Read: Leylah Fernandez shares surprising dating news ahead of Cincinnati Open Robbie Brewer's decades-long racing career and emotional tributes from Bowman Gray community Robbie Brewer was a fixture at Bowman Gray. He made 311 starts across Sportsman, Modified, and Stadium Stock divisions. He won 11 races in the Sportsman division and claimed the 2011 Sportsman championship at the track. He also ran Modified races across the Carolinas, winning 12 of 21 races in 2018–19 and earning two 602 Modified Tour championships. In 2016, he won the 602 Super Limited Series title. His racing career was built over decades, and he was part of the tight-knit Robbins & Lewis racing family that includes Dylan Ward, Chase Lewis, and Brad and Emilee Lewis. Fellow racer Brad Lewis wrote on Facebook: 'I gave my last fist bump to Robbie last night and told him to give 'em hell. Emilee spoke the last words to him over the radio… He was my family. A true man's man… I will never forget you, Robbie.' Those words show how much he meant to people around him. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
