Craftsman Truck Series driver Stewart Friesen hospitalized with fractures after crash on dirt track

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Stewart Friesen was seriously injured during the "King of the North" race of the Super DIRTcar Series at Autodrome Drummond in Quebec. The Canadian driver lost control of his Big Block Dirt Modified on Monday night, causing a spectacular crash that resulted in multiple fractures.

Medical condition requires double surgical intervention

Medical tests confirmed an unstable "open-book" pelvic fracture, where the bone breaks in two or more places and separates in the front like the pages of an open book, accompanied by a large hematoma in the area. Friesen also has a fracture in his right leg. Both injuries will require surgical procedures for proper recovery.

"CT scans have ruled out any head, neck or spinal injuries," reported Jessica Friesen, the driver's wife. "Unfortunately, he's still in considerable pain. He was transferred to a higher-capacity hospital this morning for the necessary surgeries. His vital signs are stable and after receiving additional pain medication, he's in better spirits and resting."

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Seventh place in standings with secured playoff spot

The accident comes at a particularly delicate time for Friesen, who currently holds seventh place in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series championship with 397 points. His victory in Michigan secured him a spot in the playoffs beginning August 30, marking his fourth victory in the category since his debut in 2016.

The situation had already become complicated just three days before the accident when he was disqualified from the TSport 200 at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park on July 25. Friesen had crossed the finish line in third place during his 200th series appearance, but his Toyota Tundra No. 52 from Halmar Friesen Racing failed to meet minimum height requirements during post-race technical inspection.

Career path from dirt tracks to NASCAR

Born in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario on July 25, 1983, Friesen built his reputation on dirt tracks before making the jump to NASCAR. With over 900 victories accumulated in dirt competitions, including multiple wins in the Syracuse 200 and four consecutive championships at Fonda Speedway between 2012 and 2015.

His transition to NASCAR began in 2016 with an appearance at Eldora Speedway. His performance allowed him to establish a partnership with Chris Larsen and form Halmar Friesen Racing, the team with which he has competed full-time ever since. His best season was 2019, when he finished fourth in the championship.

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Uncertainty about his return to racing

The combination of Friesen's injuries suggests a prolonged recovery period. Unstable pelvic fractures typically require between three to six months for basic functional recovery, while surgically treated leg fractures need three to four months for bone consolidation. Combined, medical specialists estimate that patients with similar injuries could be away from intense physical activity for four to six months. This timeline puts into perspective the impact of the accident on Friesen's career. His absence could compromise the team's aspirations for the remainder of the 2025 season.

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