IndyCar Driver David Malukas Airlifted After Nashville Crash

IndyCar driver David Malukas was airlifted to Vanderbilt hospital following a severe crash during the Borchetta Bourbon Music City Grand Prix at Nashville Superspeedway. Malukas, who was running second, collided with rookie Louis Foster on lap 83 after Foster blocked him aggressively, causing Malukas to hit the outside wall backwards. Although Malukas was able to exit the car and was described as awake, alert, and in good spirits, IndyCar Medical Director Dr. Julia Vaizer ordered his transfer to a trauma center for precautionary evaluation and advanced imaging. Foster was penalized with a drive-through penalty for his role in the incident. The crash caused significant damage to the track wall, requiring repairs before the race could continue. Meanwhile, Josef Newgarden won the race, marking his first victory of the season and salvaging a tough year for both himself and Team Penske.