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This weekend’s ARCA Menards race at Phoenix left a lot of jaws dropped. Because amidst what the fans called a “chicken s**t” move directed toward Toni Breidinger, someone innocent was caught up and ended up in the hospital. Unfortunately, it was so bad that the 58-year-old D.L. Wilson had to be checked for a concussion. But there is some light at the end of the tunnel.
After Leland Honeyman and Toni Breidinger got caught up in the turn 3 wall, Christian Rose and D.L. Wilson, unfortunately, got tangled up in the wreck-fest, too. However, things got way worse for Wilson in particular who had to be rushed to the hospital with multiple injuries.
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Fortunately, some good news was announced the next day.
D.L. Wilson is in safe hands
These are the kind of cases that make the fans realize the actual danger a driver goes through every race. And how easily things can go south just makes a lot of people reconsider if it’s even worth it. Fortunately, in the case of D.L. Wilson, we now know that he’s in great hands.
Fast Track Racing Enterprise reported Wilson’s health on Facebook, mentioning that he is in good spirits with his wife by his side.
Later on, an ARCA crew member revealed on Twitter that though Wilson had suffered three broken ribs, concussion, and heart bruising, he will make a full recovery.
Update on ARCA Driver D.L. Wilson from last night's hard crash:
– 3 Broken Ribs
– Concussion
– Heart BruisingBut will make a full recovery!!!
— Colby Evans-ARCA/NASCAR S&P Cars (@StartAndParkCar) March 11, 2023
Fans are relieved as there is finally some good news
The crash left everyone shocked and worried, especially seeing a driver in a state where he had to be dragged out of his car and rushed to the medical center. And plenty of them had some harsh words for Honeyman for obvious reasons.
After getting updates on Wilson’s health, fans were relieved that he will be able to make a full recovery and sent their prayers.
Prayers for D.L. Wilson to make a full recovery and return to arca racing
— Ryan Todd 24ever (@Todd24ever) March 11, 2023
Ouch that’s pretty bad, I thought the ARCA cars were safer than that. The chances of this happening in a Cup car are much much lower.
— Emil Borchert (@EmilBorchert) March 11, 2023
holy moly, knew it was a hard hit but not that hard
— Blarff (48-18) (17-14, NIT Bound) (@RyanFalk8) March 11, 2023
Jesus prayers to them
If I may what exactly happened to them?
I didn't get a chance to watch the race— Yukiko Ryan Sugami (@YukikoSugami) March 11, 2023
Some fans shared concerns about car safety in ARCA Menards.
zoinks. Need to work more on the ARCA car safety.
— Adam Seth Moss (@LFNJSinner) March 11, 2023
All we can hope is for a speedy recovery so we can see the driver back on track as soon as possible.
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