Two prominent female motorsport stars were rushed to hospital after their vehicle reportedly burst into flames just before a major off-road race in Mexico. Kylie Marie Walton and Janey Lee were conducting their final preparations ahead of this week's San Felipe 250 event when a fuel cell positioned underneath Lee's seat suddenly exploded, engulfing the entire car in a fierce fire.
Dramatic Rescue from Burning Vehicle
According to eight-time off-road racing champion BJ Baldwin, who witnessed the terrifying incident, Janey Lee struggled desperately to unclip her seatbelt while actually being on fire. In a remarkable act of bravery and quick thinking, Kylie Marie Walton managed to free herself from the inferno first, then immediately turned to rescue her best friend from the blazing vehicle.
"She helped get her out of the car and saved Janey from being completely burned up," Baldwin reported. "The car is absolutely toast - it's in ashes and tubes."
Emergency Medical Response
The two injured motorsport stars were subsequently airlifted to San Diego for urgent medical treatment of their burn injuries. Baldwin shared a video on Instagram expressing concern for their recovery, stating simply: "Let's hope for the best."
Background of the Racing Duo
Lee and Walton are perhaps better known to many fans as members of the Monster Energy Girls, a squad of women frequently seen posing alongside athletes at major motorsport and MMA events worldwide. However, in recent years they have transitioned from promotional roles to active competitors behind the wheel themselves.
The pair made their competitive debut in a SCORE International event just last September, marking their serious entry into professional off-road racing. Their participation in the San Felipe 250 was intended to be another step forward in their racing careers.
The San Felipe 250 Event
The San Felipe 250 represents a significant 250-mile race held on the Baja California peninsula, serving as the prestigious curtain raiser for the 2026 SCORE World Desert Championship. This challenging off-road competition attracts top drivers from around the globe who test their skills against demanding desert terrain.
The Daily Mail has reached out to SCORE International seeking additional information about this serious incident that has shocked the motorsport community. The racing organization has yet to release an official statement regarding the accident that hospitalized two of their competitors during pre-race preparations.
