Thursday, August 4, 2011

Keselowski to miss Nationwide race

   Due to injuries sustained in an accident on Wednesday while testing at Road Atlanta, Brad Keselowski will not drive in Saturday's NASCAR Nationwide race at Iowa.

   The following is statement from Penske Racing about its plans for the weekend:

   "Due to Brad Keselowski's accident while testing at Road Atlanta yesterday, he will not participate in the NASCAR Nationwide Series race this weekend at Iowa Speedway. Parker Kligerman will practice the No. 22 Discount Tire Dodge Challenger on Friday, while Sam Hornish Jr. will qualify and race the car on Saturday. Penske Racing will continue to evaluate Brad's condition. Further information will be provided as it becomes known."