DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 16: Frankie Muniz, 40, was briefly hospitalized following a crash during practice for the “Proud to Honor Veterans Day Classic” at Daytona International Speedway on Wednesday.
Authorities said Muniz was extracted from his vehicle by a rescue team after the car‘s roof was removed. He was taken to a local medical facility for further evaluation and is reportedly awake and alert.
In a statement, Muniz expressed disappointment about missing the race, stating, “I was looking forward to honoring the service of our veterans.” He added that he experienced some soreness but emphasized the safety features of his car.
Team Reaume, which fields Muniz's entry in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, confirmed the incident and reassured fans that updates would be provided as they become available.
As of now, the investigation into the crash is ongoing, and details regarding lane closures or other disruptions at the track have not been released.