Robbie Brewer Dies After Track Incident at 53

Robbie Brewer, a respected short-track racing driver, died at age 53 after suffering a heart attack during a Sportsman division race at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The incident occurred with four laps remaining when Brewer's car crashed into the wall; he was extracted by safety crews and transported to a hospital, where he died the following morning. Brewer had a racing career spanning over 35 years at Bowman Gray, with 311 starts, 11 victories, a 2011 division championship, and additional championships at other regional tracks. His passing marks the fifth fatality in the stadium's history and the first in over 20 years. Officials, colleagues, and fans have paid tribute to Brewer, highlighting his skill, generosity, and influence in the racing community. The stadium and broader racing community continue to honor his enduring legacy.