Ryan Newman awake and speaking after crash

Meanwhile, a very scary scene last night during NASCAR's biggest race of the season, Eric joins us now live in the studio with an update on Ryan Newman Zach, that's right guys, 19 years ago today Dale Earnhardt lost tragically life at the Daytona 500. That was the last fatal accident in the series since NASCAR has taken several safety precautions and that very well could have saved Newman last night. Of course, he was involved in this horrible accident on the last lap last night. Stay tuned, 500 many drivers and teams. He did not realize the seriousness of the accident until minutes later.

Newman, of course, was also in his car for several minutes and was rushed to an area hospital. An update on his condition came just in the last hour saying that Neumann remains under medical care in Daytona Beach said he is

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with family and doctors, a pretty impressive miracle after we learned last night that Newman's injuries were not life-threatening. his life, but he was still in serious condition, while Denny Hamlin ended up winning the race, but even for him it was very difficult. For him, channeling those emotions is a strange balance between excitement and happiness for yourself, but obviously someone's health and their families are more important than any victory and in any sport, so you know, we just hope for the best you know that has NASCAR.

He has done a fantastic job with the evolution of racing cars, helmet manufacturers, suit manufacturers, Hahn devices, there has been so much development that he has come a long way. Newman is a highly respected driver and has been competing in the top series since 2008, with 18 wins to his name. Credits, including a Daytona 500 victory in 2008, will keep you informed both on air and online with any updates on his condition, but for now he will report live in the studio Zach Eric Hauck 17 News