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Aaron Reutzel Wins at Port Royal, Met with Boos Due to Injury

PORT ROYAL, PA – September⁣ 5, 2025 – Aaron ⁤Reutzel secured a victory ​at Port Royal Speedway Friday night in a High Limit Racing event, ​but his celebration was marred by audible boos from sections of the crowd. The reaction stemmed from Reutzel racing despite a notable leg injury that visibly limited his mobility, requiring him to use‌ a specialized walking boot while in‌ victory lane.

The incident highlights a growing tension between a driver’s determination to compete and concerns over safety,​ particularly when an athlete is clearly hampered by an injury. Reutzel, who has faced a challenging ​year with ⁣multiple hospital visits, addressed the crowd’s reaction directly, questioning the motivation behind the negativity. The win is ⁤particularly significant as ‍Reutzel noted it⁤ came during‌ what he considers one⁢ of his fastest and most triumphant racing⁢ seasons to date,a season threatened⁣ by his injury.

“How low do you have to ⁣be to⁣ boo a​ crippled,”‍ Reutzel stated ⁣from victory lane, visibly emotional.​ He explained the difficulty of returning to racing, stating, “Honestly, I needed my foot to heal ‌up ⁤a little faster. It was taking ⁣a long​ time. I had enough.”

Reutzel detailed the modifications required ‌to allow him⁣ to operate the vehicle, explaining, “This shoe here, its basically like wearing⁣ my walking ‍boot, my cast. It’s solid ⁢but ‍still small enough ​to get in the car. It would never happen⁢ with a regular ‌boot.” He acknowledged the ‌risk involved,⁣ adding, “Really, it was trying to figure out how​ to do it, stay safe and not further damage myself. I was honestly nervous when I ‌committed to do‍ it.”

The driver admitted to struggling with the lack⁢ of feeling in his foot,a crucial ⁣element of controlling the ‍vehicle. “Yesterday, it took a lot to figure out how to run the car this way, with no feeling. I’m used to feeling the pedal with my toes,” he said. ‍Despite the ⁣physical strain, Reutzel‌ expressed relief and gratitude, stating, “My leg is wore out. This is cool. It’s a⁢ little emotional, it’s a lot. That was a big one.”

Reutzel also reflected on the⁤ frustration of being sidelined, saying, “I’ve​ never had to sit out on the⁣ sidelines. It sucked. Definitely, one⁢ of my better years, ever, speed wise.” he acknowledged the unfortunate ⁣timing of the injury, adding, “It’s the worst time to get hurt. I could think of a lot of other years, if I had to pick a year to get​ hurt it‌ wouldn’t have been this one.” He concluded by noting the challenges he’s⁢ overcome this year, stating, “two trips to the hospital this year. It’s been a really trying year. But, we keep overcoming​ it.”

High Limit Racing will continue at Port Royal Speedway Saturday night with the finale of the ​event.

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