Stewart Friesen, a seasoned competitor in the NASCAR Truck Series, was involved in a severe accident on Monday during the Super DIRTcar Series event at Autodrome Drummond in Quebec, Canada. The crash resulted in Friesen sustaining a broken pelvis and a fractured right leg, injuries that require surgical intervention, his wife Jessica confirmed.
Details of the Crash at Autodrome Drummond
The incident happened during the dirt modified feature race as Friesen was competing for position in a tight three-wide contest. Approaching Turn 3, Friesen’s car traveled high on the straightaway, leaving the main track before crashing into the ARMCO barrier. The crash caused the car to catch fire briefly before reentering the track, where it was struck again by another driver.
A tweet from Taylor Kitchen confirmed that Friesen was rescued from the wreck and taken for further medical evaluation. The crash sent shockwaves through the racing community as fans and fellow competitors shared their concern and support. Friesen, 42, has been a full-time driver in the Truck Series since 2017, driving the No. 52 Toyota for Halmar Friesen Racing.
Injury Assessment and Current Condition
Jessica Friesen provided a detailed update on Stewart’s condition, explaining that CT scans ruled out head, neck, or spine injuries. However, he suffers from an unstable or open-book pelvic fracture, which breaks the pelvis in multiple locations and is accompanied by a large hematoma. His right leg is also fractured, necessitating surgery for both injuries.
“As most of you know by now, Stewart was involved in a multi-car accident at Autodrome Drummond in Quebec, Canada last night. CT scans have come back clear of any head, neck, or spine injuries. Unfortunately, he is still in a tremendous amount of pain,”
— Jessica Friesen, Wife
“Stewart was transferred to a larger hospital this morning for these procedures. His vitals are stable, and after receiving additional pain medication, he is in better spirits and resting. … Thank you to everyone who has reached out and sent prayers and positive thoughts. We will share more updates as soon as we have them. Thank you all for your continued support.”
— Jessica Friesen, Wife
Friesen’s Performance and Upcoming NASCAR Truck Series Outlook
Before the crash, Friesen was positioned 13th in the points standings, having earned one victory along with six top 10 finishes and three top 5 results in 16 starts this season. He clinched a spot in the playoffs with his win at Michigan International Speedway on June 7. With just two races left in the regular season, the next significant event will be the playoff opener at Darlington Speedway on August 30.
This crash marks a major setback for Friesen and Halmar Friesen Racing as they head toward the critical playoff phase. The recovery timeline and surgery outcomes will be crucial in determining his return to competition. The motorsports community continues to rally around Friesen during this challenging time, hoping for his swift and full recovery.