Port Royal Speedway suspends driver for using ‘inappropriate’ language in post-race interview
Nick Sweigart, who gained a race function final Saturday, used inappropriate and derogatory language towards speedway personnel, race officers stated.
PORT ROYAL, Pa. — The winner of a PA Sprint Series race at Port Royal Speedway over the weekend has been suspended for using “inappropriate language” and making “derogatory remarks” towards speedway personnel throughout a post-race interview, race officers introduced Thursday.
Nick Sweigart, who gained a monitor championship at Port Royal Speedway final yr, has been suspended from competitors in all divisions on the Juniata County venue for one yr, speedway officers announced in conjunction with the PA Sprint Series.
Additionally, Sweigart will lose credit score for final Saturday’s victory in the Penns Valley Meat Market 305 dash automotive race, forfeiting all related monitor factors and prize cash for the occasion, raceway officers stated.
The penalty, as levied by Port Royal Speedway with the assist of the PA Sprint Series, could also be accompanied by further sanctions from the IMCA RaceSaver Sprint competitors, officers stated.
According to Port Royal officers, Sweigart was interviewed in Victory Lane after final Saturday’s win. During his remarks, he used inappropriate language and directed a number of derogatory remarks towards speedway officers and personnel.
“Port Royal Speedway and the PA Sprint Series are committed to promoting an environment that is welcoming to the entire family, including fans of all ages, as well as partners and sponsors who share those same values,” officers stated. “The language used in victory lane on Saturday was not in line with that customary.
“Port Royal Speedway and the PA Sprint Series remain committed to providing a professional, respectful, and family-friendly atmosphere for all who attend and participate in race day activities, both at the track and through broadcast partners.”
