Dan Wheldon Dies in Major Crash at IndyCar Finale in Las Vegas, Remainder of Race Called Off

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Oct 16, 2011

Dan Wheldon Dies in Major Crash at IndyCar Finale in Las Vegas, Remainder of Race Called OffDan Wheldon has died as a result of injuries sustained in a horrific crash at Sunday's Las Vegas Indy 300.

Wheldon was involved in a 15-car wreck and had been transported to a nearby hospital by helicopter. The remainder of the race was canceled upon the announcement of Wheldon's death.

The drivers then honored Wheldon with a five-lap salute as bagpipes played "Amazing Grace."

Wheldon was the 2005 Indy Racing League IndyCar Series champion and winner of the Indianapolis 500 in 2005 and 2011. The 33-year-old was named Rookie of the Year in 2003.

Wheldon is survived by his wife, Susie, and two sons, Sebastian and Oliver.

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