Driver Kevin
Swindell is hospitalized in Des Moines Mercy Hospital with unspecified injuries,
after a heat-race crash at the Knoxville Nationals last night.
The son of Sprint
Car legend Sammy Swindell was airlifted from the race track after a flip at the
start of his qualifying heat. His car impacted the outside retaining wall,
before landing on its wheels. His family issued a statement last
night, saying he is undergoing treatment but offering no specifics on his
injuries.
There are unconfirmed reports that he underwent surgery earlier today.
There are unconfirmed reports that he underwent surgery earlier today.
In addition to
his Sprint Car exploits, the 26-year old Tennessee native has made 30
career starts in the NASCAR XFINITY Series, with a top finish of eighth at
Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 2013. He is also two-time winner in the ARCA
Racing Series.
Prayers for a full and speedy recovery.
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