Alex Bowman's tire catches fire during 5-Hour ENERGY 301
Matthew O'Haren / USA TODAY Sports
Alex Bowman made a pit stop during the 5-Hour ENERGY 301 after his No. 7 Chevy had an issue with the right front tire.
When Bowman went to leave pit road, he left with an even bigger issue: fire.
Wow, @AlexBRacing's day went up in flames at @NHMS! Scary moment ?» http://t.co/vf9HQ1MJHw #NASCAR pic.twitter.com/EovzvP54QO
— FOX SPORTS: NASCAR (@NASCARONFOX) July 19, 2015
Despite the roaring flames, the 22-year-old was able to safely get out of the car.
When emergency fire crews arrived to put out the flames, one took a tumble and Bowman did little to hide his emotions, waving his arms in frustration at the crew member.
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