Main Story: Riley Herbst said he was OK after a heavy crash in the closing laps at Talladega Superspeedway. His car hit the outside wall, then continued across the track and struck the inside wall; Herbst climbed out with help from the medical team and later left the infield care center with his left wrist wrapped. NASCAR broadcaster Dale Jarrett suggested the car may have had both brake and throttle problems, but no mechanical cause was confirmed.

By the Numbers
  • The crash happened with 5 laps remaining.
  • Herbst hit both the outside and inside walls.
Yes, But

Herbst said he was OK and thanked 23XI Racing and Toyota for their support. While Jarrett speculated that the car’s throttle may have stuck as well as its brakes failing, the cause remains unconfirmed.

Bottom Line

Herbst escaped a severe two-wall impact and reported he was OK, but the suspected car malfunction raises questions that will need answers.