John force (4 Viewers)

[M Jones]

From the statement posted on Competition Plus it seems likely that our 75 yr. old legend suffered a serious concussion. I remember seeing media postings from him from his hospital bed after Dallas. This is different. Made me think about why he survived this time and in Texas. https://competitionplus.com/drag-racing/news/9355-eric-medlen-project-saving-lives

 

[robinjackson]

From Autoweek (Susan Wade):

https://www.autoweek.com/racing/nhra/a61263822/john-force-remains-icu-nhra/?source=nl&utm_source=nl_aut&utm_medium=email&date=062524&utm_campaign=nl35837145&user_email=087f7a391b135d49829c3353decbaf239cccbe59c8846450a1b12c28da6e243a&GID=087f7a391b135d49829c3353decbaf239cccbe59c8846450a1b12c28da6e243a&utm_term=AUT_Autoweek_Racing_Daily_Newsletter_HorL

 

[4onthefl4]

I agree that the speculation is maddening, and Motor Trend isn't helping, as the entire "fights for his life" headline seems to be based on this sentence in their article "Sources near the team say his condition is very guarded and speculate the injuries could be severe. " It is frustrating that MT seems to have based its headline on pure speculation - not very good journalism.

Ahhh! The media! A major problem in the world today. I'm not a big Force fan but he's in mine and my wifes prayers. It would be great to see him make a come back.

 

[StevieP]

If Mr. Force is where I believe he is, cause he was taken by MedVac, he has the best care there is, a Level 1 Trauma center is a very hard certification to achieve cause there are numerous hoops that a hospital must go thought to get that a Level 1 Trauma center cerification. https://www.vcuhealth.org/services/trauma/what-is-a-level-i-trauma-center

I am a Richmond native. VCU Health is a huge world class facility. I doubt there are many if any places John could be where he would receive better care. I check JFR Facebook page every couple of hours hoping for good news.

 

[NitroLuver]

I am a Richmond native. VCU Health is a huge world class facility. I doubt there are many if any places John could be where he would receive better care. I check JFR Facebook page every couple of hours hoping for good news.

Yeah, I'm a bit north of you. VCU med is an excellent facility. If I'm not mistaken it was MCV at some point (Medical College of VA)????

But yes, he should be well taken care of at VCU

 

[twostep]

With Brittany and Austin planning on running Norwalk (in the press release last night) I’m going to assume that John is not fighting for his life. If he was I don’t think his daughter or any of his teams would even consider running Norwalk. This may be the last time we see him behind the wheel. I hope he is able to return but he was definitely thinking more about retirement recently than he has in the past.

If he's not 'fighting for his life', the family should come down hard on Motor Trend for saying such a thing even if it was just speculation. For crying out loud; wait for a family spokesperson to release an update.

Right now, we don't know if Force will medically be able to drive again, make the decision not to drive again or be back on the track in a month or two. We just don't know and I assume neither does anyone else including his family and his doctors. Agreed; if Brittany and Prock competes in Norwalk it's a huge positive sign.

 

[Bobby Bennett]

Ahhh! The media! A major problem in the world today. I'm not a big Force fan but he's in mine and my wifes prayers. It would be great to see him make a come back.

Yeah, don't paint everyone with the same brush. I expected better from MT, and even more from the writer who I have always viewed as a stand-up guy.

 

[Butch]

I even read one news article stating John crashed his Funny Cars in a Nascar Race. So most of the news people haven't a clew on John or what type of car or racing he does.

 

[NitroRichFire]

Not too sure how accurate this post is, and WHO is feeding them information??? https://www.motortrend.com/news/leg...n-fight-for-his-life-after-devastating-crash/

 

[TK]

Drag racing legend John Force survives 300 mph crash: 'That was horrifying'

One day after legendary drag racer John Force escaped a fiery crash at Virginia Motorsports Park, track officials and other drivers are sharing their thoughts and feelings.

www.wtvr.com

 

[NitroLuver]

What the hell does this mean from the MT article.

"and blistered through the traps at over 300 mph".

Is that supposed to mean the sand trap or something?

 

[Jim]

In my mind I'm hoping John does his best Willis Read imitation - walking out to watch his team do battle (and inspire his - hopefully short stay - substitute.

Top NBA Finals moments: Hobbled Willis Reed inspires Knicks' victory in Game 7 | NBA.com

In Game 7 of the 1970 Finals, Willis Reed hobbled back to the floor and inspired the Knicks to a Game 7 win.

www.nba.com

What the hell does this mean from the MT article.

"and blistered through the traps at over 300 mph".

Is that supposed to mean the sand trap or something?

 

[TSK]

What the hell does this mean from the MT article.

"and blistered through the traps at over 300 mph".

Is that supposed to mean the sand trap or something?

The speed trap.

 

[z28]

Yeah, don't paint everyone with the same brush. I expected better from MT, and even more from the writer who I have always viewed as a stand-up guy.

he probably didn't write the headline.

 

[BaldyLochs]

Given his popularity and the great deal of media coverage it’s getting, I’m really surprised at the lack of official updates from JFR. If anything just to maybe calm things down a little. If they are actually going to compete this weekend, it will be a media circus surrounding them. Praying for John Force.

 

[NitroLuver]

The speed trap.

Thank you sir. Honestly, that popped into my head for a split second. For some reason I just did not trust myself that was the answer.

 

[M Jones]

Thank you sir. Honestly, that popped into my head for a split second. For some reason I just did trust myself that was the answer.

My favorite was ( run it out the back door )

 

[NitroRichFire]

I do not know how accurate this article is? https://www.autoweek.com/racing/nhr...them&utm_medium=trueanthem&utm_source=twitter

 

[texbuckeye]

I do not know how accurate this article is? https://www.autoweek.com/racing/nhr...them&utm_medium=trueanthem&utm_source=twitter

With the caveat that I would be very shocked if he does end up racing this weekend (just because I don't see how you can be in the ICU on Monday and racing on Friday), on the NHRA website, he is still listed in the entry list. Now, maybe there is an internal or racer-only entry list that he has been removed from, but at least on the public facing list, he is still on there.
https://www.nhra.com/schedule/2024/...series/summit-racing-equipment-nhra-nationals

 

[z28]

I do not know how accurate this article is? https://www.autoweek.com/racing/nhr...them&utm_medium=trueanthem&utm_source=twitter

his name is still on the entry list and no new names are entered yet. All that really means nothing. I doubt he is in shape to drive.