NASCAR community stands up for Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. said Friday that he was nervous coming to the track and talking about his ongoing treatment and recovery for his concussion-like symptoms. But it's clear from social media that Earnhardt's message was well received.
Earnhardt was absolutely clear that he wants to come back and race again and he will as soon as he's medically cleared. But he's doing the right thing by following his doctor's orders, too.
"This is not my decision, but it's the right decision and I trust what my doctors are telling me." Earnhardt said. "When they say I'm good to go I believe them. If they say I'm healthy and I can race I'm going to race."
Earnhardt received a lot of support for delivering the message he did.
Was nervous to do it, but I'm glad I came to @WGI today. It was cool to visit with friends. From fans to media, teams, and drivers.
— Dale Earnhardt Jr. (@DaleJr) August 5, 2016
You may never know the impact You have made @DaleJr by speaking out about concussions. People are listening! ? https://t.co/hW0FRoTEBi
— Liz Allison (@Lizallison28) August 6, 2016
Damn-even media got a shout out over @NASCAR Good to see you @DaleJr Great job with media-honest as always https://t.co/Dccl3Cssbc
— Steve O'Donnell (@odsteve) August 6, 2016
Both of our drivers, @DaleJr and @JeffGordonWeb, catch up during practice at @WGI. #Axalta88 pic.twitter.com/pG2CvEI48T
— Hendrick 88 Team (@Hendrick88Team) August 5, 2016
.@DaleJr working hard to get healthy and return to racing. "We've got unfinished business."https://t.co/XZwMFlA3sC pic.twitter.com/hCwczg1lHC
— Hendrick Motorsports (@TeamHendrick) August 5, 2016
