Ryan Newman in serious condition after Daytona 500 crash

Amid a shower of sparks on his group, a new truck crosses the line and good prayers are being poured out this morning for Ryan Newman after this terrible accident at the end of the Daytona 500. The NASCAR drivers are currently in

serious

condition

in a Daytona hospital. Doctors say his injuries are not life-threatening, that's the good news. Well, Heather Wiley heads into the studio with more on the latest developments and how the NASCAR world is responding this morning. Good morning Heather Abby and Russell. Good morning, the video is terrifying and moving. -stopping Ryan Newman is leading the pack here, you can see he loses control of his flipped car several times and this car then bursts into flames as his car stops, the AMR security team then turns him around to get him out before he can He is rushed to the hospital.

Newman was credited with a fourth-place finish meanwhile, Denny Hamlin won Daytona for the third time. He says it's bittersweet considering everything that happened. It's a weird balance between, you know, excitement and happiness for yourself, but obviously someone's health. They know their families are more important than any victory and in any sport, so they know we only hope for the best and it's a tough day for NASCAR fans. Today marks 19 years since the death of Dale Earnhardt senior, who was NASCAR's last top-tier driver. He died in an accident, that tragedy also occurred during the Daytona 500 and during the last lap of the race at this time, the well wishes and prayers continue to pour in for Newman.

We have seen several posts online from the racing community and everyone from President Lake. Shelton hopes for quick recovery NASCAR says another announcement coming soon, of course, we'll keep you posted Russell