IndyCar: Wilson to undergo surgery for broken back

–Press Release–

Update on driver Stefan Wilson on Tuesday, May 23.

After sustaining a fracture of the 12^th thoracic vertebrae in yesterday’s practice session for the Indianapolis 500, Stefan Wilson stayed overnight at IU Health Methodist Hospital for further evaluation.

Following further observations and tests on Tuesday, it was determined by the hospital’s medical staff that Wilson will require surgery to stabilize the fractured area. The surgery will take place on Wednesday, May 24.

The Dreyer & Reinbold Racing/Cusick Motorsports team will have more information in due course.

An update from Stefan following yesterday’s crash. pic.twitter.com/kPlgY1aZy1

— Stefan Wilson (@stef_wilson) May 23, 2023