Drivers react to Dale Earnhardt Jr. missing New Hampshire race
Dale Earnhardt Jr. will miss this weekend's race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway due to concussion like symptoms.
After hearing the news, the NASCAR community took to Twitter to offer support to the driver of the No. 88 Chevrolet SS.
I'm very sorry to hear about @DaleJr having to set out. He is a great MAN and I hope he feels the love and respect #NASCAR
— Mark Martin (@markmartin) July 15, 2016
I have tons of respect for @DaleJr Leading by example in making the decision to seek help even though it meant he may not be able to race!
— Jeff Burton (@JeffBurton) July 15, 2016
Wishing my pal @DaleJr a speedy recovery. Hate that he's gotta go through this but glad to see safety is coming first.
— Regan Smith (@ReganSmith) July 15, 2016
Really hate to get an opportunity this way, hope @DaleJr feels better soon. I'm extremely thankful to get a shot with @TeamHendrick
— Alex Bowman (@AlexBRacing) July 15, 2016
It won't be the same this weekend, get well bro. @DaleJr
— Jimmie Johnson (@JimmieJohnson) July 15, 2016
Hate to see @DaleJr out this week, have to respect listening to your body when something doesn't seem right though... Get well soon pal.
— Chase Elliott (@chaseelliott) July 14, 2016
Hoping my boss man @DaleJr has a speedy recovery in time to catch those ?? in @IMS next week #watercoolerdale
— Elliott Sadler (@Elliott_Sadler) July 14, 2016
Much respect @DaleJr, heal quick homie!?
— Darrell Wallace Jr (@BubbaWallace) July 14, 2016
Also, just heard the news about @DaleJr as we were walking in. Hard to see him not run, but glad he understands his body, and made the call
— Justin Allgaier (@J_Allgaier) July 14, 2016