HORRIBLE Night Racing For $53K. Fast Car. Bad Calls. Massive Wreck At The Fonda 200

[@dirttrackuntold]

For those who are confused on how the halfway break works when we discuss gaining track position when we got the flat (lap 100) see a copy of the breakdown from the Fonda 200 rules: Drivers involved in a caution flag will be directed to the rear of the cars on their respective lap. Should a driver complete a 360-degree spin and continue without stopping and a caution flag is thrown, that driver will restart where they "blended in" within the running order. Any driver drawing a caution and subsequently changing a tire that is not flat will be assessed a one-lap penalty. The Pit Road outside turn three will serve as the Hot Pit for the Fonda 200. At the time of each caution, the Hot Pit will be closed until the field is collected behind the Pace Vehicle. Lead lap cars will be permitted to pit first. Lapped cars will follow. Drivers will be instructed as to when the pit area is open by the Race Director on the One-Way Radio. Drivers pitting when the Hot Pit is closed will start at the tail end of the longest line Lapped cars will drop to the rear in the order they are running at the time of a caution flag. The top-running lapped car at the time of any caution will be waved around to the tail end of the lead lap via the Algonkin Motel 'Lap-Down, Go-Around' program. Lead-lap cars returning to the track from the Hot Pit will file in at the tail of the lead-lap cars, ahead of the lapped cars. At lap 100, a yellow/red will be called for 10 minutes. Cars heading to the infield will be permitted to refuel, adjust tire pressures, re-apply tear-offs ONLY and will maintain their position. Cars heading to the Hot Pit area may change tires or make other adjustments but must start behind the cars remaining on the speedway. Cars remaining on the speedway will maintain their running order from lap 100. Cars entering the Hot Pit area will be scored via their running order from lap 100. Drivers will not be able to advance their position on the Hot Pit during the break with the exception of those not returning to the speedway within the allotted 10-minute time limit.

[@kimbash2011]

It's a shame you had to start where you did after the flat tire. I get it "rules are rules", but if you're going to bend the rules for some drivers they should make it for everyone else. I love this video, it shows just how emotional it can be for a driver particularly in Mike's incident. They're out there competing against each other and it shows that they're not heartless. Hope you guys turn things around soon. Good luck at your next race. Glad to see Jim walked away from his crash....key word "walked away".

[@stephenrwilliamsjr]

Saw the video and race feature sad what Mike Mahaney had to go through not happy but no matter what still my favorite driver and still root him on no matter what and the rules where very confusing but thank you Mandee Mahaney for letting me understand them and an awesome video awesome team #35 hello all and Allie and Billy Pauch Jr and family too

[@susanmcgalliard7885]

Mike you said nothing went right a bad night man you went from 27th to 5th wow even though no one else noticed (fonda guys in both said nothing just talked about Fuller and mad max nothing about your progress 27th to 5th ) we all sure the hell did and we all have your back just remember the part and how you passed cars like they were standing still let’s end the season on a high note some big races coming up fight forward bud and been there was involved in a wreck at a track in northern PA where John Zenter lost his life and it hurts like hell it’s like racing doesn’t matter anymore, hope the good Lord is with Rocky and his family and he’s alright but you all half to push forward !

[@tonymassengill6304]

Pit was closed they said it ten times

[@justinmcelhaney5591]

​@@tonymassengill6304they didn't follow those rules when it came to the other drivers getting flats and even though he was still on the lead lap they put him behind lapped cars which goes against their own rules..if he hadn't been put behind those lapped cars he would've never been involved in that wreck...the fact that he was podium 3 of the last 4 years where no other driver there has tells me they were dead set on keeping him off the podium...

[@doreenhewlett3024]

Mike, Your a true gentleman Racer. You hurried up and got yourself out of that race car to go see if your fellow competitor was ok. To many people that means a lot. Race cars can be replaced and fixed. Drivers sometimes take longer. Every car in the wreck should get some type of compensation money. Keep doing what you do Team 35 your all a class act especially Mike. Mandee great video coverage. We hate to see race cars get wrecked like that cause that’s not racing. ❤ that Rocky was ok.

[@medwards263]

True champion Mr. Mahany. Nobody ever said racing is a safe sport. I know your heart is heavy but that was not your fault. All of us in the racing world are praying for Rocky and his family. Chin up. We will lift you up, you have another big weekend coming up.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thank you for your support!

[@David_Bell3939]

Matt Sheppard is the true Champion! Wishing you the beat next race though Mike.

[@teresawoodruff1170]

Mike don't beat yourself up brother. You was robbed or you wouldn't have been put in that position to begin with. This old man is praying for Rocky .And praying for you also. Nothing you could have done differently ❤

[@matthewsciarrotta2118]

Glad Mike is ok. Much respect for your concerns for your competitors. Mandee you know Racing is never a fair sport and it will rip you down to your lowest and you could go win one and be right back up on top.

[@marissamadden3260]

You guys did amazing you definitely got screwed in the end but I was so happy when I saw Mike come flying back out proving what and amazing team you all are

[@alancole9121]

No where to go Mike not your fault classy as usual!!!

[@aliciaopalka]

❤❤ wrecks cannot be predicted.. Its a dangerous sport ... They suck when they happen.. Thank you for sharing this event.. Prayers to all involved.. Your crew did A M A Z I N G..... They deserve some recognition... ❤❤

[@raymondhalgas3328]

Nobody can take anything away from Team 35 ! With a bad qualifying heat,flat on lap 97,the bad wreck on lap 106 you could of called it a night but no,repairs were made and you went back out to shake the car down to see if there were any issues that needed to be addressed. Team 35 never gave up and that says alot about you Mike and everyone involved in the team.The #35 will be back but stronger than ever ! Keep sending it the front every time you hit the track !

[@The340king]

It’s unfortunate that things worked out the way they did with the caution. He was bad fast in the first stint. This is the best I have seen the car launch off the corner. Good job on setup.

[@1963luckyt]

I am so sorry for the unfortunate happenings on this night. Team 35 works so hard! I am also very impressed on how you got the car back out there. I've never seen anything like that. The car looked Done. But Team 35 just keeps diggin and Mike is a an awesome leader. Much Respected! Best of luck and wishes on the upcoming races Mike and Team. Thank You Mandee!

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thanks so much!

[@cynthiaarnold5807]

My husband and I just got done saying Mike has to get thru the back guys to get back up front. Our hearts broke for Mike and your team. We were wondering how the other big deals got up front from the start. MIKE YOU HAD no where to go. Your concern for the other driver shows you are a class act. I wish you a better year in 2024. I hope you are OK. It looked like you got hit hard to. Wishing you all a great rest of 2023. Safe travels and God bless. I just think the ways things were done by the track official stink.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thanks Cynthia. We appreciate you!

[@waterlooboy]

Sorry for your wreck man! Certainly the accident is not your fault! No time to make a correction! I pray for your fellow drivers family!🙏

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thanks for sending prayers to Rocky 🙏

[@Icon0379]

Class act Mike !!! I love watching you and having the chances to speak with you and Mandy ! You truly are a great person.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thank you!

[@thelonerick]

How did you not go to the tail of the lead lap cars? Instead of going to the rear of all cars including lap cars

[@shawngraham6577]

you guys got screwed prayers to the injured driver

[@susanmcgalliard7885]

Just read the update on Rocky after 16hrs nothing was broken got 5 stitches on his face and waiting on his blood pressure to drop before he gets released, see the Good Lord loves us racers , that is great news guys now to next week

[@dirttrackuntold]

It certainly is. We’re so thankful nothing it wasn’t worse.

[@ronvonbon]

First off thank you for sharing what racing brings every week. I think you guys got screwed, sucks the flat LR, it seems every year they screw a few drivers out of positions, not on purpose but it sucks. No matter dirt or asphalt, theres never a full time crew usually, and these guys n gals are asked to make pit stops. its tuff. Good luck and keep that head up.

[@williamfox7558]

Mike you are a true gentleman racer their wasn't much room for you to try to avoid anyone more than you did i tells alot about a driver that gets out to go check on a fellow competitor ❤️❤️🙏🙏and my thought is u got the shaft on the caution for the flat keep your chin up and keep chasing the checkers 🏁🏁🏁🏁

[@Luke_81]

It sounds like Fonda hadn't planned for the situation of a caution right then and how to handle it and they kind of made it up on the fly. Sucks, but I'm glad Mike is ok and great job by the crew to get it back together.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Seems like they should plan for a caution on any given lap 🤷‍♀️. Thanks for the support!

[@David_Bell3939]

Great job by the top 5 drivers! 👍

[@David_Bell3939]

Awesome job Stewart Friesen! 👍🔥 Rules are rules! Hope the next race is better.

[@Ottos_ScLm_Race_videos_2009_on]

I just went and watched the FLO racing video. The announcers said, They count the first 3 yellow laps, then stop counting yellow flag laps. and you don't loose a lap under yellow, only under green laps. Mike had the flat with 96 laps down or 104 laps to go. So Mike stopped in the pit and the laps went to lap 100 so it was half time. So he could have stayed in the hot pit and fixed, change shock's and tires. HERE is the F'up he goes to the back of the cars on his lap. The announcer said that at an earlier yellow. So how many cars were on the lead lap at lap 100? Also on the video ticker Mike's Transponder was not working.

[@The1jonnyz]

Damn shame that you destroyed a car because you were in a position on the track you shouldn't have been in. You had a great run going Mike! Your concern for Rocky was really compassionate and heartfelt. You are the man!

[@dirttrackuntold]

Definitely a shame so many cars were damaged. Jackie is a strong one.

[@georgetetreault4792]

You have sheppard causing cautions to change tires. (Malta, causing De Jardin to flip on the ensuing green ) Now he hits people under green to cause a caution. They know Mike runs good at fonda & wanted Stewie to win. Nice run at the beginning !!!

[@philchitarra6710]

They did say on the broadcast that your transponder was not working, could be why all the confusion about where you restarted, great job and very smart getting the car back out there for a shakedown WTG 35 crew

[@jimgifford3386]

Glad no injuries....amazing fix job by team 35....

[@raollie]

We know that is not the result you wanted from all the hard work team 35 put into getting to the feature and the great driving to get to P6 before the half way mark. Once again, whoever is running these events needs to look at every possibility and in my opinion given team 35 time to make changes and get back on the track with in the three laps before half way. We all are sending prayers for Rocky and his team. Keep your heads up and better days are ahead. Stay safe and happy motoring.

[@kevins5259]

Sorry team 35 had such a bad 200. After listening to Mandee’s explanation of the flat tire situation, I agree with your assessment of the situation. I too feel like Mike was wronged in the officials determination of the situation. Kudos to the whole team. You had a fast car and were passing cars.

[@dirttrackuntold]

So fast! Made that first 97 exciting

[@Blackswan19874]

Man Mike , what a run to the front , looked like it could have been a win or a podium ! You had no where to go in that wreck , don’t blame yourself , communication amongst the officials was like the three stooges were in charge…. Chaos ! Mandee you indeed had good reason to be pissed . Great work from the crew , keep your heads up high , this is racing and we all know the dangers , prayers for Rocky for sure !♥️

[@waynetobey6589]

Hope Rocky is O.K. Just a bad situation all around.From the in car view it didn’t look like there is anything you could have done to avoid it. Still can’t understand why you had to start at the rear and not given the same choice as everyone else? Would love to hear the explanation on that from the officials. Good luck at AS this weekend

[@dirttrackuntold]

I’m sure we all would. Thanks for your support!

[@rodneytimmerman3301]

Keep your head up, stuff happens that's out of your control. You are awesome

[@LateBrake54]

The thing that impressed me the most is that I never once heard Mike mention that the decision to put him in the back cost him $$$ in a wrecked car. His only concern was for Rocky. From the video, you could not Rocky’s car until you hit it. Thankfully, it sounds like he is doing fine. I am sure he fully understands and holds no ill will against you. The real cause was the bad start. The rule ought to be for those who play games on the start (either jumping it or purposely slowing to attempt to get a restart) should be put at the tail of the lead lap cars on a restart. Doing this puts all of the cars mid pack and back in a bad situation.

[@kevinbritton5001]

I am new to the channel and really haven't been up on my dirt modifieds and drivers for a while but you are a true class act! I'll definitely look you up at dirt week and if you're selling t-shirts I definitely want one 🙂 nothing you could do in that wreck it happens so fast, and can't blame yourself for what happened to Rocky. I so hope everything works out for him and it's nothing serious. Racing can be a cruel sport sometimes. A lot of fans take for granted just how dangerous it can be for all drivers. All true heroes for doing it week in and week out to give us a show. Great job on the video as usual Mandee.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thanks for being with us Kevin. Hope to see you at Dirt Week.

[@joaniehussey7436]

I CALL BULLSHIT too Mandee. I feel terrible for Mike, he has such a good heart, he is broken at the thought of hurting Rocky tho not his fault as there was nothing he could have done. It's ABSOLUTELY APPALLING that the OFFICIALS put him in that position. Prayers sent for Rocky and family🙏hope his injuries aren't severe. Prayers for all of you too🙏What an amazing crew35 are. There should be an inquiry done on those officials for sure, ye are definitely robbed. Cars can be mended easily but peoples emotions not that easy at all. Keeping you all in my thoughts. Luv, Appreciation and Respect for all of crew35❤🙂🍀🇨🇮

[@dirttrackuntold]

We appreciate that Joanie!

[@nickmcnellis3937]

I somehow stumbled onto this channel and found it to be interesting, a behind the scenes perspective, not knowing the cute blonde blogging was Billy The Kids daughter. When in my late teens and early 20's I watched "The Kid" dominate Flemmington Speedway week after week and battle it out with Jimmy Horton and the other great local drivers. I've been away from dirt racing since Flemmington was paved and eventually closed along with East Windsor's closing. Just last year I happened to attend a WoO race at Port Royal, the first dirt race I attended since my 20's (now in my 50's) and all I can say is the smell of alcohol, the roar of the throaty engines and dirt flying through the air brought me back and renewed my love for the sport. With that I just wanted to say your behind the scenes docuseries is very informative and entertaining. Good luck to you and your family and keep up the great work you are doing for us dirt track fans!

[@dirttrackuntold]

We appreciate you sharing that and happy to hear about your renewed love! How did you happen to find the channel? Hope you stick with us!!

[@nickmcnellis3937]

@@dirttrackuntold Spent weekend in Mechanicsburg for the WoO Nationals and was watching the recap on Dirtvision KZbin and one of your videos came up in the suggested column so I did what any guy would do and clicked on the cute blonde... lol. There you have it!

[@derekhamburg9398]

im sorry to see that you guys had a rough night hopeully you guys bounce bacj very soon

[@matthewgeniti4235]

I was watching from the grand stands. Crazy to see glad everyone is okay. Was even crazier seeing the car re enter the track and mike running side by side with the lead cars.

[@clydegill9389]

Wow what a night. So much to think about. And so much happened. First and foremost Jim is OK from his scary ride in the family car. From what I can find out Rocky Warner has no serious injuries and should be OK. All the other drivers in the "Big One" walked away. Thank God. Mike I have so much respect for you for the way you handled yourself this weekend. Many individuals would have ranted on about being screwed by the officials and the damage to their car. You have your priorities in the right place. You can tell from the video that Rockies condition overrode everything else. Such class. Congratulations to your parents for doing such a great job. It was great to meet your mom and sister.

[@stephenfitts7987]

Props to a track owner putting up $53k to win. I wouldn’t complain to much as dirt tracks are disappearing around here

[@thunderstiick]

This is not the first time the officials got it wrong at Fonda. I believe they have always had too many fingers in the pie. Sorry about your misfortune and hope everybody a speedy recovery.

[@RedroomStudios]

I dont think its too many fingers. when you run one race a year with pitstops and there are all kinds of variables they cant account for in the moment they are bound to get confused.

[@paulqschwartz8593]

Mike first 97 laps you did great job. Yes you got screwed. Mike yes terrible you were involved in the accident where Rocky was injured. But thats the bad part of racing. It was unavoidable. You crew really did a amazing job getting the car back together. Glad you were not hurt. Mandee great video. Officials owe your team an apology. Maybe Mike should have pitted car go back out after 10 minute stop and parked under flag stand until issue was resolved. Love you guys. Keep your heads held high. YOUR A CLASS COUPLE

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thank you Paul!

[@danielpos9390]

I am glad to also see that he's okay

[@robh.7699]

Awesome job guys!! You guys got robbed Glad to see Mike was ok PRAYERS FOR ROCKY

[@johnezell9808]

Great crew, great runnin mod, great driving, great and understanding wife. Just a great track screwup. Cya john

[@skruloos1]

I'm speechless...I feel so bad for you guys..

[@dirtriderkx500]

God bless you all. Mandy and Mike please keep us informed how that young man is doing.

[@danielpos9390]

Horrible wreck but glad to see him Get out of that car in one peace

[@clydegill9389]

Mike what a drive. 28 to 8. Wow. Kept my eye on you as best I could. Just the right amount of patience and aggression. Many people don't realize how hard it is to maintain, crew chief and drive a race car all at the same time. Mandee don't ever loose that passion for the race team and Dirt Track Untold. Must be the Pauch blood! Amazing job by the crew. Until you have done it you can't understand the amount of dedication and hard work it is. Lastly thanks for giving me my 20 seconds of You Tube fame..lol. See you at Orange County.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thanks for being there Clyde and being willing to chat with Mary Beth. Your support means a lot! Thanks for the kind words.

[@Brad-S]

Mike is such a Class Act! Never seen Mike "over the top" Pissed Off. I wish I had that much self-control. Prayers for the driver in the crash. 🙏🙏🙏

[@BrianPiperata-ov2yu]

Mike u had a good car , get ready for the one you ran awsome don't let it get to ya

[@patbowman6723]

That's why they are called accident. No one thinks you are at fault it was sucky night all around. You are not hurt so put it behind you and on to better things.

[@mrmbr]

Should not have been back there. Thanks Mike for jumping out and checking on Rocky

[@samdunston6296]

Love Mandee's comment @ 33:06, you had hine sight girl

[@damondavis1866]

Mike did a great job hope he wins in Fulton NY this week

[@briandegaugh7992]

First prayers for Rocky and family for a speedy recovery. You guys are a class act and much respect for you. There was nothing you could do. I noticed a lot of the other drivers didn’t go. Yeah 53k is nothing to sneeze at. But a lot of cars had that much in damage. Maybe next you guys and others should pass on it? They need to get their act together!

[@DirtTrackRacing410]

I love how y’all had that team meeting @9:43 y’all are awesome can’t wait to get some merch!!!

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thanks Brandon!

[@birdmanrobertlabodajr.3416]

I want to see a shout out for you and your family Rocky warner. You guys does racers you guys drive those cars and you stay safe. If you do, I’m gonna say you know if you have to be cut out of the car it’s not something you want to do but you’re still only way they do that and This wasn’t a good week for you, but I can say now that you are that Jackie is a little been up, bent up and the other car should be better best to go in rebuild it. You can be rebuilt the car you as a person cannot be rebuilt, but it’s because of your family and your racing background, that’s what you guys stay strong always stay strong I’m saying these prayers are going out to Rocky warner and his family are doing some

[@tigerphid9677]

I've been watching dirt track racing for decades and that is the biggest wreck I have ever seen... sorry for Mike.

[@jodywells7519]

It's unbelievable how unorganized this series is! Get your shit together ! I agree mandee! Load it up

[@mikekramer9650]

Mike you have nothing to be ashamed of and it was not anything you could have done different, once it happened you were shoved every which way and up and over the top, the in car video showed that well, we all can understand while it was your car on top of the 1, no choice of how it ended, you got out and went over to the 1 car and how I see your emotions it must have not looked good for Rocky at the time. Your also right U should have never been back there in the first place, and they waited till they got to the flag to throw the yellow while you were on the flat left rear so they could get the lap in they even said it on flow, BS on Fonda, they would not have done that to the 44 or the 9 or their regular cars for sure! Sure glad your ok and everyone else, and yes we give prayers and thoughts to the Rocky's family and him for hopefully a speedy recovery. Class act for sure for Mike and his team!!!!!! Mike from Fleetwood pa.

[@jeffbabb792]

I don’t know what to say it seems like they were out to get Mike just my thoughts. There was absolutely nothing you could have done to miss that wreck you should not have been there. I hope Rocky is okay and I’m glad you are.

[@TommyAlanRaines]

Hey it made me crossed eye as well, I hear the audio of the little kid saying WTH lol. That was a crazy pile up, glad Mike is alright. That restriction from working under red was BS, WTH! Did someone at that track get their undies wedged hahaha. Keep Orange Crushing It!

[@michaelhamilton3778]

Hay, Mike. A lot of us have always referred to you as Mr. Clean. Referring to your style of driving and your competency on the track. You my friend have nothing to be sorry for. If anything the track officials put you “ALL” in that position. But we all know how that always goes. Best wishes to Rocky Warner. And family on a speedy recovery. 😇🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thanks for your kind words and yes all the best to Rocky

[@michaelderosia7157]

Seeing that crew work hard to get mike back out there and get a few more laps to get ahead of a few others is awesome.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Sometimes after all that you just need to see it through

[@bradsawyer3185]

Seat into the helmet....that's scary. Hoping Rocky makes a quick recovery. I hope in situations like this maybe something can be learned...maybe improvements can be made to the cars? An extra bar for protection?

[@dirttrackuntold]

Yes, you hope that the best outcome is that we can learn from these situations and prevent them as best we can.

[@DaveDeloff]

I was so impressed with the huge effort the team put in to get the car back on the track after the wreck. 99% of the other teams would have put the car behind the wall and called it a night. True racers all of you.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thank you!

[@littlejohn6599]

Your team did an amazing job under a situation that was not in your control. After 40 years in dirt motorsport here in Australia I can say theres not many true gentleman races like you mike . Car was good early take the positive . The rest mate was out of you control. Get some head space regroup and attack next meeting . It will come together. Always remember the cream rises to the top.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thank you!

[@howfararewenow1683]

Love all of your videos, Mandee. You do an awesome job. Mike is a warrior. Many would have parked it after all that happened. Yes you got screwed, big time!

[@hootiedog73]

Nothing you could of done Mike. Nothing at all. Your a class act.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Thanks!

[@artroraback8663]

Thank you for being a class act on and off the track.

[@Adam-x3v6c]

Tough luck guys. Great recovery to get you back out.

[@danhogle1776]

Let's face it. It'd the Fonda twin 100's. They tell you 10 minutes to work on your car but it's another 45 minutes while they go rework the track and change the racing conditions. That wreck should have never happened. Im so glad Mike is ok. He's a top notch gentleman. I'm glad Rocky is on the mend too.

[@phillberthsp]

the true measure of a driver is Mike was out and checking on the other driver before anythng els. And his concern was so honest. Hope all are ok.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Absolutely, the people matter the most. Thankfully all were ok

[@johnwiggins1385]

Mandee can you please give everyone an update on Rocky Wariner when you can Thanks

[@heisenburg1144]

he's fine

[@dirttrackuntold]

The last update from yesterday is that he needed stitches, but nothing is broken. They were still at Albany Med.

[@joesanders652]

Seems to me at worst he would have been at tail of lead lap cars?

[@joestone2068]

Ya that sucks for sure. I guess you just have to pick yourself back up and go to the next one. I just found your Channel. It’s really exciting to watch especially the ending car camera. I love that. I used to go to Albany Saratoga, every Friday night Wayback in the day there was a guy was called.Super CD Covill and jumping Jack Johnson. They were the hot shoes back then along with barefoot Bob McCready. Thanks for the great video 👍👍👍

[@dirttrackuntold]

Welcome and thanks for being here!

[@retired-pipefitter]

Any updates on rocky?

[@dirttrackuntold]

I wouldn’t say he is fine given he is still in the hospital. Fine is walking away from your race car unharmed.

[@dwightschrute1047]

They took him to get a few stitches and check his back (not broken, just going to feel it for a few days), they actually were going to release him right after but they saw his blood pressure was a tad higher than usual, which is something he's had for a few years

[@heisenburg1144]

he got a couple stitches .. he's fine

[@j.d.johnston1300]

Hate the way this all shook out. I feel you were screwed in the whole flat tire deal. You're crews perseverance coming back out after all that was awesome. You have a great group of guys and gals.

[@jamesosterhoudt8951]

That is the rule at every track I have ever attended from California to Maine, no working on the car during a red flag. That is not Fonda specific

[@tlprr129]

Mike got screwed by not being put at the end of the lap he was on and instead was put on the end of the field. But Mike showed the classy person he was. Says so much about his character. Time to look forward to the next race. Keep on truckin Team 35

[@brianweller7965]

My question is were you going to pit at lap 100? If you were going to stay out yes you got screwed. Thanks for the videos Mandee

[@ikeyeet8312]

No, they got screwed either way. If the flat didn’t happen and they pitted, they would have restarted somewhere around 20th, since the flat happened the looked at the tires, changed the flat and determined gas only at 100. They should have been allowed to go to infield and get gas only and restart like 12th. No where in the rule book did it say pit lane will be closed lap 100-103

[@reneegs4403]

Have you talked to the officials as to how they came up with their decisions? You definitely got shafted!

[@ikeyeet8312]

Curtis cost about a million dollars in damage to cars this weekend. To you and your father especially. I was pissed cause I was saying you should have been able to roll out then go to infield to gas while it was happening.

[@jeffwayman8231]

Agreed!

[@rottiman100]

Mike you can only be described as a true "Class Act". So sorry for the lousy outcome. Racing is hard at the best of times. Much praise for your crew and sponsors. Pull your belts up tight, raise your elbows and drive it like you stole it. Lady luck will be coming your was sooner rather that later. Go get them driver.

[@dirttrackuntold]

Much appreciated!

[@427Ron]

With everything that went wrong You still did great. The main thing is You will be racing again

[@bonniecollins340]

trust me racers DO NOT LIKE TO HEAR THAT STUFF, or thank goodness you're ok..... I agree with you, however it makes me chuckle to back when my brother raced, NEVER i repeat NEVER say well the car dosn't look that bad!!!! OMG.. The accident did look terrible though.

[@KennyDavid-s3r]

You handle this like a true champion

[@whynotdoitanyways5466]

What do you mean go to the infield? If you have a flat and bring out the caution you go to the tail…you think he should have got his spot back?

[@dirttrackuntold]

Check out the comment we pinned at the top!

[@thelonerick]

I still question why he went to the tail of the field instead of the tail of the lead lap cars

[@toddstarkey6820]

Consider going super late model racing. They seem to have more big money races. Would love to see you guys do that.

[@mrmbr]

Was watching on Flo... Transponder issues

[@daren32909]

I would have let you make the infield/outside pits decision if you got off pit road before everyone else came into the pits. Since you were still there I would have put you last car on the lead lap.

[@BrianMckelvey-vh1gi]

Mike you worked so hard on the race, and bad calls from officials wasn't fair call. Don't blame your self for accident that's part of racing for spots .

[@josephwilcox2501]

You guys should be proud of your effort. It was easy to see that you had a car capable of running up front. Mike drove great! and the crew did an awesome job. The flat tire and halfway break deal was unfortunate, and a series of bad calls by whoever was supposed to be in charge! The big wreck should have never happened!! Terrible job by the flagman and / or race director. But even worse, by whichever driver up front was playing grab ass, trying to get an advantage on a restart of a race that had almost 100 laps to go! A driver hurt, cars destroyed and a a lot if money wasted on something so stupid!

[@PAN1943abc]

I read this: Drivers involved in a caution flag will be directed to the rear of the cars on their respective lap. So why was Mike made to restart behind lapped cars? Did the race director or someone else screw this up, I don't understand!

[@JimmyJolly-d8v]

You did your best . Don't get down on yourself

[@deronshank75]

What a class act by Mike!!!! Yea he's irritated that he got screwed over and placed in the wrong starting position but more so concerned about the safety of Rocco. I understand his point of view but in the same sense Mike, you can't beat yourself up over what happened as what happened wasn't in your control. You have all the time in the world to think about what to do now but a split second at the time to react. You did what you did and the end result is what it is. You didn't intentionally try to land on Rocco's car. While were concerned about Ricci's safety, first and foremost of course, we send prayers out to him, his family and entire racing team absolutely while in the same time beating yourself up over it is like saying if the dog wouldn't have stopped to lay a big ole pile of tird, he'd have caught the rabbit. You couldn't prevent what happened therefore it's not your fault what happened. I blame the front row first and foremost not to mention if not more blame the starter for what happened. Had he thrown the caution upon the false start like they do any other false start, that probably wouldn't have happened. Continued prayers for Rocco, his team and family. Keep us posted if you hear anything. Proud of you buddy and sure proud to be a Mike Mahaney fan.

[@dirttrackuntold]

That means a lot!

[@erinreed9102]

Mike once again NOT YOUR Fault! you got screwed that jackass needed to be fired wrong place wrong time Malta massive this weekend go kick ass hope to see you and the 115 dukeing it out one last time preferably in the front we love you mike and team 35 always champions thoughts and prayers go to Rocky for a speedy recovery!

[@brockfrederick3508]

Congratulations 🎉🎉

[@stanjoy4477]

not your fault mike class act you are

[@robertengster5643]

Mandy your invested as you should be. But in racing, You can't fight the system and establishment . There's never a winner. At that you battle for what you can. And on to the next one..

[@michaelgarrison9962]

should of put it in the box on the 1st screw job

[@terryburgettburgett965]

Just remember that the blame is on the officials for such a bs call