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Revision as of 13:54, 27 December 2022
The 1997 Blackhelm Confederate Grand Prix was an Astyrian Formula One motor race held on April 18, 1997, at the Circus Augusti 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. However, it became infamous throughout Astyrian motorsports due to a fatal accident involving 5-time 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 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 improve safety and slow drivers down, including smaller front and rear wings, raised ride heights, grooved tires for less grip, and many others.