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Fence destroyed in terrifying Porsche crash at Laguna Seca corkscrew

A Porsche sprint crash ripped the safety fence from Laguna Seca’s iconic corkscrew, halting practice and raising safety questions.

By · Published September 5, 2026  20:36 UTC · Updated September 9, 2026  19:36 UTC

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The win came as a promise to his daughter, and McLaughlin was able to deliver on the track. The incident involving a Porsche driver crashing at the corkscrew has quieted, with the focus shifting to McLaughlin's successful season finale.

Epilogue added 41d ago, after coverage quieted.

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A safety fence at the famed corkscrew turn of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca was ripped from its anchors during Saturday’s session, as reported by Motorsport.com. The breach left a visible gap in the concrete barrier that normally protects spectators and crews.

Officials immediately stopped activity on the circuit to inspect the damage and to determine whether the fence could be repaired before the weekend’s scheduled events. The destruction traced back to a high‑speed Porsche sprint car that lost control on the same corkscrew, according to Road & Track.

Confirmation of when the corkscrew will be fully operational and whether the incident will affect the historic race lineup remains pending.

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What happened to the fence at Laguna Seca?

The safety fence at the corkscrew was torn from its anchors during a Porsche sprint crash, creating a gap in the barrier.

Which vehicle caused the damage?

A Porsche sprint car lost control on the corkscrew and collided with the outer barrier, destroying the fence.

What is the status of the practice schedule?

Practice was halted but INDYCAR.com states it will begin shortly after safety crews clear the site; full reopening of the corkscrew has not yet been confirmed.

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