RIP: SCOTT KALITTA

It's never easy to report on the passing of anyone but this time around a legend in the racing community has passed. Funny Car driver Scott Kalitta was killed Saturday in a fiery crash during a drag race at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park, race officials said.



Kalitta, 46, was pronounced dead at a hospital in Old Bridge after his car lost control during the fourth and final round of qualifying at the National Hot Rod Association Super Nationals, according to statement by the association.

Witnesses said Kalitta was speeding at an estimated 300 mph during the National Hot Rod Association Super Nationals when the engine of his Toyota Solara exploded in a ball of flames.