23XI Racing updates on Riley Herbst's injury after Talladega crash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 7:27 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026

Following a significant accident at Talladega Superspeedway during the NASCAR Cup Series race, 23XI Racing has provided an update on driver Riley Herbst's injury status. Herbst endured multiple impacts in a 15-car pile-up, which raised concerns over his availability for the upcoming Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway. Co-owner Denny Hamlin reported that Herbst has several injuries, particularly to his wrist, but he was evaluated and released from the infield care center. While he remains listed to drive at Martinsville, no further diagnosis has been released, and 23XI Racing has yet to confirm any potential replacement for him.
- •Riley Herbst was involved in a 15-car accident at Talladega.
- •He suffered multiple injuries, including an issue with his wrist.
- •Herbst was released from the infield care center after evaluation.
- •He is currently listed to compete in the Xfinity 500 at Martinsville.
- •No replacement driver has been announced by 23XI Racing.
- 7:27 AMYahoo Sports — 23XI Racing reveals major update on Riley Herbst's injury status
"23XI Racing reveals a major update on Riley Herbst's injury status after the NASCAR weekend at Talladega Superspeedway.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NASCAR•Oct 31, 2026, 8:40 AMWho Won The NASCAR Truck Series Race at Martinsville? Full Race Results
NASCAR•Oct 31, 2026, 8:27 AMHailie Deegan reveals desire to return to NASCAR Truck Series in 2027
NASCAR•Oct 31, 2026, 8:12 AMTanner Gray won't return to TRICON Garage full-time in 2027
NASCAR•Oct 31, 2026, 8:09 AMDawson Sutton joins TRICON Garage for 2027 NASCAR Truck Series season
NASCAR•Oct 31, 2026, 7:54 AMNASCAR drivers support Kyle Busch to win the Most Popular Driver Award
NASCAR•Oct 31, 2026, 7:51 AMBrad Keselowski tried to buy RFK Racing, rejected by other owners
