WATCH: “NASCAR regulars should stay in their group”- Alex Bowman sidelined after freak crash in Kyle Larson’s sprint series

Alex Bowman’s teammate Chase Elliott returned to the garage after six races sidelined due to an injury two weeks ago.

Alex Bowman and Kyle Larson

Rick Hendrick has another headache as Alex Bowman is sidelined for at least three race weeks. The Ally sponsored got into a crash in the sprint car racing series organized by his teammate Kyle Larson. He fractured his vertebra and will take at least three weeks to recover. Bowman is yet to score a win this season and hence will have to work twice as much to secure playoffs.

Bowman’s No:48 car collided with the No:2 of his opponent coming into the corner. Both cars got airborne, with the No:2 having the most dramatic time. Alex Bowman’s car flipped and landed awkwardly in the middle of the track while the No:2 was landed on the run-off area. The HMS driver was given medical attention at the local hospital. He underwent another medical analysis once he got back to Charlotte.

The No:48 car will be driven by Josh Berry, who replaced Chase Elliott when he was out for six races this season after a tibia injury. The HMS boss said, “We’re relieved Alex is home, in good spirits, and getting world-class treatment. Giving him ample time and the foremost resources to heal is our top priority. He’s having a tremendous season, and the No. 48 is at the top of its game. We know what Josh is capable of in the race car and that Blake [Harris, crew chief] and the team will continue operating at a high level until Alex is ready to return. He has our full, unequivocal support,”.

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HMS will request a medical waiver as they did with Chase Elliott so that the No:48 remains eligible for the playoff and championships. Bowman has been among the most consistent drivers of 2023 as he finished inside the top 10 ins all but 4 out of the first ten races of 2023. He secured the best finish of P3 twice this season and has been a contender for the win in most races.

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Here is how fans reacted to Alex Bowman’s crash

HMS and Bowman fans were concerned with the driver’s health and were quick to offer their support. At the same time, some fans urger Rick Hendrick to reconsider his decision to allow his drivers to race outside NASCAR, considering the recent incidents. Some fans demanded NASCAR intervention on their drivers racing in lower series.

This is why Nascar regulars should stay in their group
— Mrpotato (@daveb716) April 27, 2023

Drivers treat Nascar like ol faithful and dirt racing is the side chick. Go race sprint cars if it's so great. Open that seat to @joshberry who wants to run Nascar.
— Between2Buschs (@Between2Buschs) April 26, 2023

We hope he Could Get Welled up Soon as long as he will be Racing at the Other Track Driving his #48 Car in the Race that's what he will Be.
— Tyron St.Denis (@TyronDenis) April 26, 2023

I truly don’t think it stops him from getting back in that thing. Over the last 2 or so year AB has spent a time of time working on his craft on the dirt. He enjoys it, I don’t see him packing it in. (No way Mr H prevents his drivers moving forward, KL would ?? bye)
— Gunnar Helman (@ghelman17) April 26, 2023

Well that’s going to end all the extra racing outside NASCAR teams are going to pay millions of dollars to see drivers hurt on dirt tracks
— #VFL (@RickColston1969) April 26, 2023

This is why Rick didn't allow Jeff Gordon to race in other racing series.. should have never hired Larson.
— Scott (@Hoosiersfan_9) April 27, 2023

Someone wants to wrap @KyleLarsonRacin and @WilliamByron in bubble wrap please.
— L.W. Wright (@LWWright34) April 27, 2023

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