One-time NASCAR champion has used a Thanksgiving message to his fans to call out misinformation being spread on social media.
Brad Keselowski specifically picked out an infamous Facebook rumor about Bubba Wallace, claiming that the 23XI Racing star is retiring from the sport because of racial connotations surrounding the sport's white flag.
That rumor, obviously, is a slice of absolute nonsense aimed at profiting off prejudices against the Cup Series' only Black driver, and has been debunked several times (not least by the fact that Wallace continues to race).
Keselowski also responded to fake articles and posts regarding his own retirement, reaching out to those who were told earlier in life 'you can't believe the internet' – often by those now uncritically believing...well, the internet.
Keselowski: I'm not retiring
The RFK Racing driver and co-owner posted on Twitter: "To all my followers who grew up being told “You’ll never get anywhere in life on that computer,” or “you can’t believe the internet” and today are now trying to defend to the same people who read on Facebook how Bubba Wallace is quitting over the white flag and how I’m retiring.
"I feel you…Happy thanksgiving!
"Ps: I know I’m not retiring. Pretty sure Bubba ain’t either. Thanks for sticking up for us."
Remember, everyone. If a story seems too weird or shocking to be true, it usually is. Go and check a reputable website. It's good for you.
