Fox has announced the release of an emotional documentary based around the death of NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt, which will air next month ahead of the Daytona 500.
The documentary, titled 'We've Lost Dale Earnhardt: 25 Years Later', will air on Thursday, February 12 at 10pm ET on FS1, quarter of a century on from the tragic crash on the final lap at Daytona which took the seven-time champion's life.
The documentary will include accounts from people involved including former NASCAR president Mike Helton, who delivered the titular phrase to the media.
A trailer for the documentary was also released on Tuesday, showcasing some of the other faces interviewed, including Kurt Busch, Ryan Blaney and Patti Wheeler.
Remembering Dale Earnhardt, 25 years on
FOX Sports Vice President of Development & Original Programming Barry Nugent said in a statement: "FOX Sports’ partnership with NASCAR allows us to tell the stories that define the heart of the sport, and through this film, we are honored to spotlight Dale Earnhardt, one of the most iconic and influential figures in NASCAR and carry his legacy forward.
"This documentary explores the man behind the wheel and goes beyond a single day in history to delve into how one moment forever changed the sport and continues to impact drivers competing today."
NASCAR Senior Vice President of Content John Dahl added: "When Mike Helton announced that ‘We’ve lost Dale Earnhardt', it’s one of those rare moments when you remember where you were when you heard that devastating news.
"Through the prism of those indelible words, this documentary explores that fateful day and the profound impact it continues to have a quarter-century later."
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