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Stewart Friesen Hospitalized After Fiery Crash at Autodrome Drummond

He remains alert following a high-speed collision at Autodrome Drummond with his ability to race again this season still pending medical evaluation.

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Overview

  • Friesen crashed in a Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Modified heat at Autodrome Drummond after losing control in Turn 2 and colliding with a concrete wall.
  • His car burst into flames, rolled back onto the track and was struck by a trailing competitor before the race was halted under a red flag.
  • Trackside safety crews extricated him and he was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation.
  • Friesen is a full-time NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver who recently won at Michigan International Speedway to clinch his first playoff berth since 2022.
  • Doctors have not yet determined whether he will be fit to compete in the final two regular-season Truck Series events at Watkins Glen and Richmond Raceway.