Former NASCAR Driver Chase Pistone Dies at 42

Former NASCAR driver Chase Pistone, a competitor in the sport's national series during the mid-2000s and early 2010s, has died at the age of 42, his family announced on Monday.

Pistone's older brother, Nick, shared the news in an emotional Facebook post. "Well, my young brother and best friend is gone," Nick wrote. "I'm brokenhearted and don't know if I'll ever get over this. I miss you Chase already and I hope you are in a better place. I love you and I miss you so much already!!!!!!!"

No cause of death was disclosed by the family. However, Nick and another brother, Tom, requested that announcements of the passing include information for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, available by calling or texting 988 for free, confidential support 24 hours a day. The lifeline provides assistance for mental health struggles, emotional distress, or other challenges.

Pistone followed in the footsteps of his racing family, building a career that spanned multiple series. Between 2005 and 2014, he made 10 starts in NASCAR's national series. He competed in four races in what is now the NASCAR Xfinity Series, with his debut in 2006 ending in 37th place due to overheating after 111 laps at...