Well now I feel compelled to defend myself.
I wasn't attempting to pass, nor was I attempting to race out of class. I moved into a clearing on the start and as I gained forward visibility I was surprised to see that my closure rate exceeded my ability to stop , so I made a decision to bail instead of punt. I take full responsibility for my mistake . I understand I'm not the only car who was surprised at how much we slowed for turn 1, but I'm the one who had contact. For that I'm very sorry!