Some of the biggest names in NASCAR were in Philadelphia, celebrating the Urban Youth Racing School, as they held their annual Grand Prix.
There are a lot of ways to drive a racing kart badly, which FOX 29’s Hank Flynn demonstrated for racing fans Friday. He just couldn’t get the apex of the hairpin right.
Anthony Martin and wife Michelle have been teaching STEM skills to city kids for years using their passion for racing as a platform. Graduates often get jobs in the racing world. But, the diversification work that the Martins have done with Cup Champion Kyle Larson and his foundation is where NASCAR president Steve Phelps wants to take the series.
It was good fun, as Hank raced with NASCAR Most Popular Driver Chase Elliot, who sees new fans, and more. "Oh yeah, just supporting a good operation hear and an opportunity to get some new eyes on our sport," Elliot said. "And, you know, potentially, some new talent. So, yeah, we'll have a nice day and a great turnout and go from there."
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