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NASCAR Driver Chase Pistone Remembered

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Tributes pour in following the untimely passing of former NASCAR driver, Chase Pistone, at the age of 42. While the cause of death remains undisclosed, Pistone’s family, devastated by the loss, have urged the sharing of the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline alongside any coverage of his demise. Confirming the heartbreaking news on social media, Chase’s brother, Nick, expressed his deep sorrow and disbelief.

NASCAR icon Bubba Wallace also honored Pistone’s memory, recalling their time racing together in legends cars. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, Chase Pistone, grandson of the renowned driver ‘Tiger’ Tom Pistone, enjoyed a successful racing career, clinching over 80 feature victories across various racing categories. Beginning his NASCAR journey in 2005, Pistone competed in the Craftsman Truck Series for Green Light Racing, participating in a total of 10 races across NASCAR’s national series before retiring in 2014.

In a heartfelt letter shared on Hickory Motor Speedway’s Facebook page, Pistone’s sister-in-law, Phaedra, requested the Speedway to consider honoring Chase’s legacy during the upcoming race. In response, the Speedway expressed its commitment to honoring Pistone’s memory as requested by his family. Kevin Piercy, the Speedway’s general manager, fondly remembered Pistone as a cheerful presence and expressed gratitude for their shared love for racing at the Hickory Motor Speedway.

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