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NASCAR star Ross Chastain expressed sadness over Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip's diagnosis with frontotemporal degeneration, potentially complicated by chronic traumatic encephalopathy, likely caused by injuries from his racing career. In a statement, Waltrip’s family announced that he will step away from public appearances but remains happy and healthy otherwise. The announcement was signed off with Waltrip’s trademark phrase "Boogity! Boogity! Boogity!" indicating the positive spirit of the community in supporting him during this time.
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NASCAR star Ross Chastain expressed sadness about the diagnosis of frontotemporal degeneration (FTD) and possible chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) for legendary racer Darrell Waltrip. Waltrip, a staple in NASCAR history, announced his condition last week, likely caused by injuries from his racing career. Chastain told OutKick that hearing about the diagnosis was tough, noting how much Waltrip means to him and the sport. The NASCAR community is rallying to support Waltrip as he faces this health challenge.
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The NASCAR community is rallying around Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip.
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community → rally → Waltrip
Waltrip and his family announced in a statement last week that he had been diagnosed with frontotemporal degeneration (FTD), complicated by possible chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).
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NASCAR star Ross Chastain said Waltrip has been a staple of the sport for Chastain’s entire life.
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I mean, Darrell's a guy that I've known his name my entire life, and then I've gotten to meet him just a few times.
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Yeah, it's just, it's sad to think of age and everything that they said the announcement is, I read it just like everybody else did, and I haven't talked to anybody," Chastain told OutKick in a recent interview on behalf of Busch Light.
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Chastain said that he and the community will support Waltrip however they can.
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they → say → Waltrip
Waltrip’s family said his condition was likely caused by injuries sustained during his illustrious racing career.
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condition → say → career
"While this disease will inevitably progress, thankfully it is currently limited to some minor noticeable symptoms," the statement, put out by Darrell and his wife, Stevie, said.
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statement → progress → Darrell
"As a result, he will be stepping further away from the public limelight.
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he → step → limelight
Be assured, Darrell is happy and otherwise healthy — spending his time with his wife, Stevie, two daughters and his three young grandchildren.
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Darrell → assure → wife
We are all grateful for your continued prayer, love and support!"
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The family signed the statement with Waltrip’s famous "Boogity! Boogity! Boogity!" catchphrase, which he said as a NASCAR on FOX analyst at the beginning of every race.
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he → sign → race
Waltrip was a broadcaster for 19 years before retiring in 2019.
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Waltrip → retire → 2019
He has made a few brief appearances in the booth since his retirement, with his most recent appearance coming in March at Darlington, when he delivered his trademark catchphrase.
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