The final lap

"He was everyone's favorite smile... but even the brightest lights can burn out."

In a world of speed, fame, and pressure, one driver is quietly losing control. Behind the helmet, behind the interviews, behind the wins - he's barely holding on.

As the season races on, things begin to unravel. Panic attacks, sleepless nights, and a growing sense that maybe... he's not okay. But how do you ask for help when you're supposed to be strong?

This is a story about what happens when the silence gets too loud - and what's left behind when it finally breaks.

💔 A deeply emotional journey through mental health, friendship, and the cost of pretending.

➤ Some truths are never spoken until it's too late.

⚠️ Content Warning:

This story deals with heavy themes, including mental illness, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, suicide, panic attacks, and hospitalization. While written with care, it may be triggering or distressing to some readers.

Please take care of your mental health first. You are not alone. If you are struggling, consider reaching out to a trusted adult or a mental health professional.