Ryan Newman: Released From Hospital, What's Next?

NASCAR driver Ryan Newman was released from hospital on Wednesday, February 19, 2020, two days after his terrifying crash during the final lap of the Daytona 500. Newman's car flipped over and was hit at full speed by another car before sliding down the track on its roof. He was transported to the hospital and listed in serious but non-life-threatening condition. While in the hospital, Newman was conscious, alert, and joking with staff, friends, and family. Photos shared by his racing team, Roush Fenway, showed him walking out of the hospital with his two daughters.

Ryan Newman's car crash during the Daytona 500

Ryan Newman, a NASCAR driver, was involved in a horrifying crash during the final lap of the 2020 Daytona 500. As Newman was running in second place, he made contact with Ryan Blaney, causing his car to slam into the wall at 190 miles per hour, flip, and ignite into a fireball. Newman's car then collided with Corey LaJoie's vehicle and slid across the finish line on its roof.

Newman was rushed to the Halifax Medical Center in Daytona Beach, where he was listed in serious condition with non-life-threatening injuries. He suffered a "brain bruise" and was put in a medically induced coma. Remarkably, Newman was released from the hospital just two days after the crash, walking out holding his two daughters' hands.

Newman has since reflected on the emotional weight of the crash, stating that the remains of his wrecked car stand as a symbol of survival, resilience, and engineering mastery. He keeps the debris of his car and helmet as a reminder of a moment that could have taken his life. Newman's crash and recovery have become a defining moment in his career, showcasing his resilience and the advancements in NASCAR safety.

Newman has a history of crashes and near-misses throughout his racing career, including a flip at the 2003 Daytona 500 and a heavy crash at Talladega Superspeedway in 2009. Despite these incidents, Newman has demonstrated his determination by returning to racing and achieving notable victories.

Newman's improving health in hospital

Ryan Newman was hospitalized after a crash during the final lap of the Daytona 500 on Monday, February 17, 2020. Newman's car flipped over and was hit at full speed by another car, causing it to slide down the track on its roof. Newman was transported to Halifax Medical Center in Daytona Beach, Florida, where he was listed in serious but non-life-threatening condition.

On Wednesday, February 19, Newman's team shared a positive update on his health, stating that he was "fully alert and walking around" the hospital, joking with staff, friends, and family, and spending time playing with his two daughters. They also shared a photo of Newman with his daughters in his hospital room, confirming his improvement since being admitted.

Newman's improving health and positive attitude during his recovery were noted by his team, who shared that he was "in good spirits" and "true to his jovial nature" throughout his hospitalization. Newman's crash and recovery also brought attention to the advancements in car and track safety, with many crediting these improvements for Newman's survival.

Just two days after his crash, Newman was officially released from the hospital. His racing team, Roush Fenway, tweeted a photo of Newman walking out of the hospital, holding hands with his two daughters. The tweet read, "Ryan Newman has been treated and released from Halifax Medical Center." Newman's release from the hospital was met with relief and gratitude, with NASCAR releasing a statement wishing Newman well and expressing their appreciation for the first responders and doctors involved in his care.

Newman released from Halifax Medical Center

Ryan Newman has been released from Halifax Medical Center in Daytona Beach, Florida, two days after his crash on the final lap of the Daytona 500. Newman's racing team, Roush Fenway, tweeted a photo of him walking out of the hospital with his two daughters.

Newman was leading the race when he skidded out, slammed into a wall, and flipped over. He was then struck by at least one car from behind, which caused his car to fly into the air, slide on its roof, and catch fire while still upside down. Rescue crews had to cut the car's roof off to extricate Newman, who was rushed to the hospital.

Earlier in the day, Roush Fenway said Newman was showing "great improvement" following the crash and was fully alert and walking around the hospital. Newman has also been in good spirits as he recovers, his team said. "True to his jovial nature, he has also been joking around with staff, friends, and family while spending time playing with his two daughters," the statement read.

There is currently no timetable for Newman's return to racing. However, Roush Fenway Racing announced that Ross Chastain will fill in for Newman starting this weekend at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Newman's NASCAR community and well-wishers

Ryan Newman, the NASCAR Cup Series driver, was involved in a serious crash during the final moments of the Daytona 500 race in Florida on Monday, 17 February 2020.

Newman's car was hit by Ryan Blaney's, causing it to flip over and catch fire. It was then struck by Corey LeJoie's car as it was in mid-air, before sliding across the finish line on its roof. Newman was rushed to the Halifax Medical Centre, where he was listed in serious but stable condition.

The NASCAR community and well-wishers rallied around Newman, with many taking to social media to send their prayers and well-wishes. Fox NASCAR cohost Jeff Gordon commented: "Safety has come a long way in this sport, but sometimes we are reminded that it is a very dangerous sport. Thoughts and prayers are with Ryan Newman and his family." Fellow driver Denny Hamlin, who won the race, said: "Number one, we're praying for Ryan. I worked really well with Ryan throughout the whole race. Obviously, he got turned right there." LaJoie, whose car hit Newman's, tweeted: "Dang I hope Newman is ok."

Newman's recovery in the hospital was marked by his positive spirit, as he was joking around with staff, friends, and family, and spending time playing with his two daughters. Just two days after the crash, Newman was discharged from the hospital, walking out hand-in-hand with his daughters.

Newman's recovery and return to NASCAR

NASCAR driver Ryan Newman was released from Halifax Medical Center in Daytona Beach, Florida, on Wednesday, February 19, 2020, just two days after a violent and terrifying crash during the final lap of the Daytona 500.

Newman's car flipped over and was hit at full speed by another car, driven by Corey LaJoie, before sliding down the track on its roof. Rescue crews had to cut the car's roof off to extricate Newman, who was then rushed to the hospital. Doctors indicated that he was in a serious but not life-threatening condition.

On Wednesday, Newman's racing team, Roush Fenway, posted photos of him holding hands with his daughters as they left the hospital. Earlier in the day, Roush Fenway had said that Newman was showing "great improvement" and was "fully alert and walking around" the hospital. True to his jovial nature, he had also been joking around with staff, friends, and family while spending time with his two daughters.

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