IndyCar driver Justin Wilson in coma following crash

British IndyCar driver Justin Wilson suffered a head injury and has been in a coma since Sunday’s race at a Pennsylvania speedway.

The Associated Press noted that fellow driver Sage Karman hit a wall sending parts from his car onto the Pocono Raceway track. Wilson was hit in the head by flying debris and his car veered off the track and into an interior wall.

Safety crews rushed to his aid. The 37-year-old driver was unconscious and airlifted to a nearby hospital.

Following the crash Wilson's brother, Stefan, tweeted that he did not immediately have an update on his sibling’s condition.

Later that evening, the Verizon IndyCar Series released the following statement:

"Wilson sustained a severe head injury during today's event at Pocono Raceway. Wilson is currently in a coma and in critical condition while undergoing further evaluation at Lehigh Valley Health Network Cedar Crest Hospital in Allentown, Pa. IndyCar sends its thoughts and prayers to Justin, his family and Andretti Autosport during this difficult time. Additional updates to Wilson's condition will be released when available."

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