The announcer came on and stated for everyone to leave the track, and the pit crew
moved aside after doing one more check. I gave a thumb’s up and listened to my team over the
mic.
“Arianna, are you ready for this?” Jackson asked.
“I’m ready, Jackson. I promise I am,” I replied.
“Make sure you leave them in the dust,” Jackson told me, encouraging me with the
family lingo.
Announcer: Five… Four… Three… Two… One… Go!
I sped off, keeping my grip tight on the wheel and feet on the gas, my pace steady and
clear, not overthinking anything as a car came up to take the lead. I didn’t panic and continued on
getting to the finish line coming in second place as the crowd cheered Kash on. I got out, took
my helmet off, and waved to the crowd before thanking everyone on the team. A rep
