ROSSBURG, Ohio — High Limit Racing title contender Aaron Reutzel sustained a fractured foot in a violent crash Friday night at Eldora Speedway.
Ridge & Sons Racing team owners Brian and Lisa Ridge confirmed his injuries in a social media statement on Saturday.
“We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who reached out with their concern, calls, and texts following Aaron’s accident at Eldora Speedway last night. Your support has meant the world to us during this challenging time,” the statement began.
“Our primary focus has been on ensuring that Aaron and his family are OK. We are relieved to report that Aaron has been discharged from the hospital, though he did sustain a fractured right foot. He will be seeing a specialist in the coming days to determine the next steps for his recovery.
“We kindly ask that you continue to keep Aaron, his family, and the entire RSR team in your thoughts and prayers. We will provide further updates as they become available.
“Thank you once again for your unwavering support and please be patient while we make decisions.”
Reutzel was having one of the best seasons of his career, having already won five features this year.
In related news, Reutzel’s fellow High Limit driver, Tyler Courtney, remains hospitalized after having surgery Friday on an undisclosed injury suffered Thursday night at Eldora.
According to a social media post by Courtney’s fiancé Aysia, the Indianapolis driver is expected to “make a full recovery.”
