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How not to win a race: Launch in reverse!

How not to win a race: Launch in reverse!
Patrick Hoffstetter
October 6, 2016

Getting excited and messing something up is a common thing, no harm done. But what happens when the excited drag racer forgets to check what gear he is in before dumping the clutch and launching?

Luckily no-one gets plowed over, but let this be a lesson to all of you.

The driver makes a very valiant attempt to get back in the race, but of course, dumping in the wrong way hurts even the best of chances (and egos) maintaining a competitive time.

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