BREAKING: NASCAR Legend Dies After Crash... Fans Call For Prayers This week, NASCAR fans everywhere mourned the loss of race car driver Bryan Clauson, who passed away of injuries he sustained in a serious crash during Saturday nights Belleville Midget Nationals in Kansas. Clauson was only 27-year-old at the time of his death. This is truly one of the darkest days in the 60-year history of the United States Auto Club, USAC CEO Kevin Miller said in a statement. Not only have we lost one of our greatest USAC champions, weve lost a true ambassador for all motor sports. During Saturday nights race, Clauson took the lead. Moments later, he climbed a guard rail between Turns 3 and 4, flipping heavily before being struck by a car driven by Ryan Greth. The race was ultimately won by Chad Boat after a red flag period. Clauson competed in three Indianapolis 500 races, including this past years for the 100th running. He finished 23rd and led three laps. He was best known for his extraordinary talent in the dirt racing world. Bryans passion for our sport was unparalleled, Miller continued. He was a leader not only on the track, but in the pits with his fellow competitors. Clauson passed away at a hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska, surrounded by his friends and family. Please send your prayers their way during this difficult time. 