More than a week after taking a brutal fall, NASCAR driver Connor Zilisch addressed his dramatic moment in victory lane at Watkins Glen.

The recently injured Connor Zilisch handed his Xfinity Daytona ride to Parker Kligerman after 13 laps in a risky plan that has a caveat.

Connor Zilisch ’s status for the Daytona race remains uncertain as he continues recuperation following a severe injury sustained in Victory Lane earlier this month. The latest Connor Zilisch NASCAR injury recovery update highlights that,

Connor Zilisch underwent surgery after breaking a collarbone while celebrating his Xfinity Series race win at Watkins Glen.

Connor Zilisch's freak fall has some drivers reconsidering how they celebrate. For most, though, it's business as usual.

Connor Zilisch is on the pole for the Wawa 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race on Aug. 22 at Daytona International Speedway after qualifying was canceled due to weather. The Xfinity Series points leader is scheduled to be in the car 13 days after breaking his collarbone following slipping off his car while celebrating a victory at Watkins Glen.

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