NHRA Top Sportsman driver Randy Alexander dies in crash at Atlanta Dragway
Alexander was facing Bob Mandell III the opening round of eliminations in the Top Sportsman division when he lost control of his car just after crossing the finish line. Alexander's Chevrolet Camaro veered across the track where it was struck at nearly 200 mph by the 1957 Chevrolet of Mendell and catapulted Alexander's car in the air.
Mandell was able to climb from his car under his own power, but Alexander need to be extricated by the NHRA Safety Safari. He was transported by ambulance to a local hospital where he passed away from his injuries.
An official statement released by the NHRA reads:
It is with heavy hearts that we report Randy Alexander of Harvest, Ala., passed away at a local hospital after sustaining injuries in an on-track incident at the NHRA Southern Nationals in Commerce, Ga. NHRA and the entire racing community extend their deepest condolences and their prayers to the participant’s family and friends. We also ask that everyone respect the family’s privacy during this difficult time.