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The '''1997 Blackhelm Confederate Grand Prix''' was an [[AstyF1]] motor race held on April 18, 1997, at the | The '''1997 Blackhelm Confederate Grand Prix''' was an [[AstyF1]] motor race held on April 18, 1997, at the [[Circus Augustus Angelbridge]] in [[Redemption]], [[Blackhelm Confederacy]]. | ||
The race drew considerable media coverage due to it being the first major international sporting event in the newly established Blackhelm Confederacy. It would soon become infamous throughout racing circles, however, due to a fatal accident involving former AstyF1 champion [[Clayton Norris]]. | The race drew considerable media coverage due to it being the first major international sporting event in the newly established Blackhelm Confederacy. It would soon become infamous throughout racing circles, however, due to a fatal accident involving former AstyF1 champion [[Clayton Norris]]. | ||
Revision as of 04:30, 27 December 2022
The 1997 Blackhelm Confederate Grand Prix was an AstyF1 motor race held on April 18, 1997, at the Circus Augustus Angelbridge in Redemption, Blackhelm Confederacy.
The race drew considerable media coverage due to it being the first major international sporting event in the newly established Blackhelm Confederacy. It would soon become infamous throughout racing circles, however, due to a fatal accident involving former AstyF1 champion Clayton Norris.
Background
Qualifying
Race
Death of Clayton Norris
During the 34th lap of the race, Clayton Norris slammed into a concrete barrier on the track, resulting in his death. The exact reason for the crash remains a mystery to this day.
Legacy
Following Norris' death the race was called off, resulting in Paavo Laakkonnen being awarded the title although only half of the points.
Following the race, the Blackhelm Confederate Grand Prix would be suspended until 2005. Norris' death also ushered in a flurry of new safety regulations meant to slow drivers down, including smaller front wings, less downforce, grooved tires for less grip.