Denny Hamlin just won the Daytona 500 but the story of the race is a serious wreck on the last lap involving Ryan Newman.
Newman hit the wall, flipped upside and was struck by another driver before sliding down the track in a line of sparks and flames.
Scary finish at #DAYTONA500 when leader Ryan Newman flipped right before the finish. Denny Hamlin wins but all thoughts on Newman right now. pic.twitter.com/Fltj5w5d2g
— Troy Hirsch (@troyhirschfox5) February 18, 2020
After the race, it was evident that Newman’s injuries are likely serious:
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A stretcher is next to Newman’s car. Crews are using black screens to keep fans from seeing. And media has just been told to leave the pits. #DAYTONA500 pic.twitter.com/OFFIpTWcoz
— Joe Kepner (@JKepnerWFTV) February 18, 2020
Prayers up for Newman.
