Seattle 250 LCQ crash

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Fierro and Freehill got together. I'm not sure which one of them it was, but they weren't moving. Like at all. It looked...bad. Really bad. Completely unresponsive. Anyone have an update? 

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3/26/2023 2:01am

That was right in front of us, I’m hoping the dude is OK. He was not moving at all.

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Ty posted a video of the crash on his Instagram story and it looks bad. 

Fierro looked knocked out.

Hopefully he'll be fine. No updates on Tre.

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thewrizzle wrote:

That was right in front of us, I’m hoping the dude is OK. He was not moving at all.

That was right in front of us too! I couldn't believe they kept the race going

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3/26/2023 6:46am

You could see the dude laying motionless in the middle of that section on TV, wife and I thought there would be a red flag for sure.

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You could see the dude laying motionless in the middle of that section on TV, wife and I thought there would be a red flag for...

You could see the dude laying motionless in the middle of that section on TV, wife and I thought there would be a red flag for sure.

He was laying there sliding down the face of the jump just limp and motionless. It was scary af. Freehill posted another update, sounds like he broke some ribs and collapsed his lung. No word on Fierro yet. 

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3/26/2023 9:08am Edited Date/Time 3/26/2023 9:09am
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That’s pretty funny!   Glad this dude is ok

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Moto520 wrote:

That’s pretty funny!   Glad this dude is ok

We'll go with ok-ish. Lol still anxious to hear from Fierro

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The way they ignore these on the broadcast now is disrespectful to the injured rider/s! After they showed Dylan’s wife after his crash, they seem to have done a knee jerk reaction to now not showing anything and mostly ignoring it.
 

Saying they aren’t showing anything or speculating out of respect is a joke. When we see a rider down on TV, we care about them and want to know what happened and what his condition is. Don’t show the family crying, don’t put Will down there up close with a microphone but show the viewers what happened so we at least know and don’t have to always fear the worst before getting an update on social media the next day. 

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Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates about the riders. All we heard was advertising announcements. Disrespectful!!!! Zero updates on any site as of this morning. Hope some media puts something out. Hey, Gypsy Tales, do an update. 

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Vital2825 wrote:
Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates...

Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates about the riders. All we heard was advertising announcements. Disrespectful!!!! Zero updates on any site as of this morning. Hope some media puts something out. Hey, Gypsy Tales, do an update. 

They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit the floor” after this? Saw it on Twitter but don’t trust that

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3/26/2023 11:08am
Vital2825 wrote:
Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates...

Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates about the riders. All we heard was advertising announcements. Disrespectful!!!! Zero updates on any site as of this morning. Hope some media puts something out. Hey, Gypsy Tales, do an update. 

yak651 wrote:
They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit...

They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit the floor” after this? Saw it on Twitter but don’t trust that

Can confirm that song was used for the 450 LCQ on the gate.

 

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These young lads really are treated like cannon fodder.  Hope they are ok.

Any news on Dylan Walsh, he was down a while in first heat and DNS LCQ

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Tre posted an Instagram story. 

He said he's fine, nothing broken, but he did sustain a concussion.

Glad it wasn't worse and he walked away. 

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These young lads really are treated like cannon fodder.  Hope they are ok. Any news on Dylan Walsh, he was down a while in first heat...

These young lads really are treated like cannon fodder.  Hope they are ok.

Any news on Dylan Walsh, he was down a while in first heat and DNS LCQ

tibia. Going into surgery today.

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Vital2825 wrote:
Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates...

Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates about the riders. All we heard was advertising announcements. Disrespectful!!!! Zero updates on any site as of this morning. Hope some media puts something out. Hey, Gypsy Tales, do an update. 

yak651 wrote:
They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit...

They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit the floor” after this? Saw it on Twitter but don’t trust that

I was there and it happened right in front of us. I was yelling for them to red flag the race, and I am still so pissed that they didn’t. It was a disturbing site to see, and whoever decided to keep the race going should be ashamed. The deafening noise from the announcer, and advertising, proved they had no concern for these riders. To top it off, they did play “LET THE BODIES HIT THE FLOOR”, right before the gate drop of the 450 LCQ  

To those who are in charge there, STAY CLASSY!!

 

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This is what we get when we want to “grow the sport” at all costs. All Feld (Monster Trucks) is concerned with is putting on a show.  To hell with the participants.  It’s sad. 

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Vital2825 wrote:
Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates...

Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates about the riders. All we heard was advertising announcements. Disrespectful!!!! Zero updates on any site as of this morning. Hope some media puts something out. Hey, Gypsy Tales, do an update. 

yak651 wrote:
They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit...

They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit the floor” after this? Saw it on Twitter but don’t trust that

Yeah they did... I was utterly shocked they thought it was ok to play that song after what happened.

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Vital2825 wrote:
Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates...

Was there with my sons, and could not believe they did not red flag the LCQ. Then, there was zero announcements or well wishes or updates about the riders. All we heard was advertising announcements. Disrespectful!!!! Zero updates on any site as of this morning. Hope some media puts something out. Hey, Gypsy Tales, do an update. 

yak651 wrote:
They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit...

They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit the floor” after this? Saw it on Twitter but don’t trust that

stacyralph wrote:

Yeah they did... I was utterly shocked they thought it was ok to play that song after what happened.

Am I the only one who feels like it’s an extreme overreaction to be offended they played that song before the next race?

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They should absolutely follow up with some info on downed riders during the night show. They have an on site medical unit after all. I think they should have red flagged it, too. An Unconscious ride in the middle of a rhythm section? Disrespect to the medics also. 

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I think, after the Damar Hamlin incident, broadcast crews get really anxious about athlete injuries. There were replays getting thrown around social media of what very well could have been Hamlin‘s death.

The other day I was watching replays of old SX rounds.. happened to be the race KR destroyed his arm. The broadcast crew showing Ken get carted off (in excruciating pain and gear destroyed) just seems in poor taste and not helpful, in hindsight. They could still provide updates though.

 

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yak651 wrote:
They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit...

They will just bring some other privateers in as they drag the bodies out. Can someone that was there confirm the plates “let the bodies hit the floor” after this? Saw it on Twitter but don’t trust that

stacyralph wrote:

Yeah they did... I was utterly shocked they thought it was ok to play that song after what happened.

Am I the only one who feels like it’s an extreme overreaction to be offended they played that song before the next race?

Nope, I’d thought it cool if I was lined up. Never went to line not thinking I could die here in just a few minutes, to think otherwise or to think I’m gonna be careful and such is delusional.  They are paying a shit load money to go do this cause it’s a rush to do ,those guys can’t wait to get back

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3/27/2023 5:56pm Edited Date/Time 3/27/2023 5:56pm
Break295 wrote:
I think, after the Damar Hamlin incident, broadcast crews get really anxious about athlete injuries. There were replays getting thrown around social media of what very...

I think, after the Damar Hamlin incident, broadcast crews get really anxious about athlete injuries. There were replays getting thrown around social media of what very well could have been Hamlin‘s death.

The other day I was watching replays of old SX rounds.. happened to be the race KR destroyed his arm. The broadcast crew showing Ken get carted off (in excruciating pain and gear destroyed) just seems in poor taste and not helpful, in hindsight. They could still provide updates though.

 

How is that in poor taste? That is the reality of motorcycle racing. It is extremely dangerous and these amazing athletes are riding the razors edge of catastrophic disaster. Showing the consequences only grows the respect that the audience has for the athletes out there on the track. 

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731chopper wrote:
The way they ignore these on the broadcast now is disrespectful to the injured rider/s! After they showed Dylan’s wife after his crash, they seem to...

The way they ignore these on the broadcast now is disrespectful to the injured rider/s! After they showed Dylan’s wife after his crash, they seem to have done a knee jerk reaction to now not showing anything and mostly ignoring it.
 

Saying they aren’t showing anything or speculating out of respect is a joke. When we see a rider down on TV, we care about them and want to know what happened and what his condition is. Don’t show the family crying, don’t put Will down there up close with a microphone but show the viewers what happened so we at least know and don’t have to always fear the worst before getting an update on social media the next day. 

This right here. I find it highly disrespectful to not even acknowledge the downed riders.. when they're the performing act.

(They dont have to show family emotion) but should show what happened to the rider, out of respect of the talent! putting on the damn show.

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Break295 wrote:
I think, after the Damar Hamlin incident, broadcast crews get really anxious about athlete injuries. There were replays getting thrown around social media of what very...

I think, after the Damar Hamlin incident, broadcast crews get really anxious about athlete injuries. There were replays getting thrown around social media of what very well could have been Hamlin‘s death.

The other day I was watching replays of old SX rounds.. happened to be the race KR destroyed his arm. The broadcast crew showing Ken get carted off (in excruciating pain and gear destroyed) just seems in poor taste and not helpful, in hindsight. They could still provide updates though.

 

731chopper wrote:
How is that in poor taste? That is the reality of motorcycle racing. It is extremely dangerous and these amazing athletes are riding the razors edge...

How is that in poor taste? That is the reality of motorcycle racing. It is extremely dangerous and these amazing athletes are riding the razors edge of catastrophic disaster. Showing the consequences only grows the respect that the audience has for the athletes out there on the track. 

You make a valid point. I just watched it and thought about his kids watching that in the future and having to see their dad going through that. But, to your point, it could also be a great source of pride to see what he fought back from.

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