Check this Subaru’s Engine EXPLODES, Cleetus RIPS Leroy, & MORE!
FL2K25 Kicks Off with Absolute Madness
FL2K25 Day 1 delivered exactly what fans expected — total chaos, record passes, and a few spectacular explosions. Hosted at Bradenton Motorsports Park, this legendary Florida event once again brought together the wildest builds in the country: AWD monsters, turbo LS beasts, and import screamers, all battling for early bragging rights.
The Subaru That Went BOOM 💥
It wouldn’t be FL2K without a little carnage, and the first big moment came when a Subaru’s engine catastrophically failed mid-run. The crowd gasped as smoke poured from the hood and oil splattered across the strip. The driver coasted to a stop safely, but the damage was obvious — rods out the block, coolant everywhere, and a puddle that told the full story.
As wild as it looked, the team promised to rebuild overnight. That’s the spirit of FL2K — break it, fix it, and go faster tomorrow.
Cleetus McFarland RIPS Leroy Down the Track 🏁
Of course, Cleetus McFarland stole the spotlight when he fired up Leroy the Savage, his twin-turbo C5 Corvette that’s as bare-bones as it gets. No body panels, no mercy — just boost and bravery.
When Cleetus lined up, the crowd went silent. The twin turbos spooled, the launch was brutal, and Leroy rocketed to a clean pass, reminding everyone why Cleetus remains one of the most entertaining drivers in modern drag racing. The run wasn’t just fast — it was smooth, controlled, and flawless, showing how refined his setup has become since his early days at the Freedom Factory.
Import Domination and Wild RWD Launches 🌪️
Beyond the big names, Day 1 was packed with impressive performances from import racers. A GTR cracked deep into the 7s, shocking everyone with consistent back-to-back passes. Meanwhile, several RWD cars struggled to find grip on the Florida surface, lighting up the tires and giving the crowd that smoke show they came for.
Even so, every class — from stick-shift eliminators to street tire shootouts — produced close, side-by-side races that had fans jumping out of their seats.
The FL2K Atmosphere: Racing + Party 🎉
If you’ve ever been to FL2K, you know it’s more than just a race — it’s a car-culture festival. The pits were packed with YouTubers, tuners, and fans checking out builds from all over the country. Burnouts, laughter, and the smell of race gas filled the air as the sun set on a chaotic Day 1.
What’s Next at FL2K25
With Day 1 wrapped, attention now shifts to eliminations. Will Cleetus push Leroy even harder? Can the Subaru team rebuild in time? And which import will claim the next viral moment? One thing’s for sure — Day 2 is going to be even crazier.
