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Stewart Friesen to Undergo Surgery After Fiery Crash in Quebec Race

With CT scans clearing head and spine injuries, the driver remains stable at a regional trauma center awaiting surgery.

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Overview

  • Friesen’s No. 44 dirt modified struck an ARMCO barrier at Autodrome Drummond, became airborne, engulfed in flames and was hit by another car before he was extricated and transported.
  • Doctors diagnosed an unstable open-book pelvic fracture and a broken right leg, both slated for repair in upcoming surgical procedures.
  • He was transferred to a larger trauma center in Drummondville, where care teams reported stable vitals and managed his pain to lift his spirits.
  • CT imaging cleared him of head, neck and spine injuries, underscoring the effectiveness of track safety crews and vehicle protections.
  • Locked into the NASCAR Truck Series playoffs with a prior Michigan victory, Friesen now faces an extended recovery that could sideline him for the final regular-season races.