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The last roar of the engine dies, swallowed by the evening. I tug off my helmet, a film of sweat cooling on my skin. My eyes sweep the vacant bleachers once, twice. Still empty. The phone lights up my hand in the dimming light. I've typed it ten times. 'Where are you? I've been looking for you for an hour.' I press send. The silence after is heavier than the race. What could have held you back, you?