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NASCAR Driver Ryan Newman Crosses Finish Line On Roof In Fiery Daytona 500 Crash ‘Rushed To Hospital’

DAYTONA BEACH, FL. (THECOUNT) — NASCAR driver Ryan Newman was involved in a frightening crash along the track after crashing while trying to hold onto the lead.

Newman’s car flipped several times and crossed the finish line on its roof, engulfed in flames.

FOX broadcasters announced crews removed Newman from the car and he was being rushed to a hospital in the area.

Denny Hamlin won the Daytona 500 for the second-straight year. But as you might imagine, the mood was somewhat somber following the race, reports WKRG.

No other information was provided.

Geo quick facts: Daytona Beach is a city on Florida’s Atlantic coast. It’s known for Daytona International Speedway, which hosts February’s iconic Daytona 500 NASCAR race. The beach has hard-packed sand where driving is permitted in designated areas. Near the boardwalk’s rides and arcades, Daytona Beach Bandshell stages free summer concerts. Steps from the beach, Daytona Lagoon water park offers go-karts, laser tag and waterslides – wikipedia.

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