There was a lucky escape for a driver and an official in the latest round of the Nascar circuit in the Pure Michigan 400.
A frightening incident occurred in the 200 lap race when Mark Martin slid off the track and into a concrete barrier while trying to avoid a wreck further up the field.
A track marshal jumped for safety as the car's gas tank burst - spilling its contents.
While some of the fuel ignited moments later, thankfully there were no explosions and no major injuries.
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