Three drivers, Rick Still, Russell Foster and Trae Porter, were injured in an accident that occurred near the top of the stretch in the second race at Ocean Downs on Sunday evening, Aug. 24.
Still and Porter were medivacked by helicopter to the University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore.
According to a social media post on Sunday night by Still’s brother Bill, Still “...has six broken ribs, broke his shoulder and [has] a concussion and a little bleeding around his head." He added, "He is awake, thanks for all the prayers and people reaching out.”
Still’s injuries were confirmed by Ocean Downs Director of Racing Peter Szymanski on Monday morning, Aug. 25.
“We would like to thank and give credit to the on-track medical staff, firefighters and state troopers for their quick response to assist the injured drivers,” said Szymanski.
Also according to Szymanski, Porter suffered some head trauma that scans proved to be negative, but was treated for cuts and abrasions with stitches for his lip then released from the hospital.
Foster escaped serious injury, suffering a sprained ankle when he landed on his feet after being catapulted from his race bike, reported Szymanski.
“The three horses are all fine except for minor scrapes and bruises,” added Szymanski.
Mr Mcdragon (Porter) broke stride from fourth racing first-over in the final turn and fell causing the accident, with Amarula (Foster) and Everything B Cool (Still) unable to avoid collision from behind.
Editor's Note: An update has been made to this story indicating Porter was one of the drivers medivacked to hospital.
(With files from USTA)