NASCAR Universe Reacts To The Passing Of Justin Wilson
Justin Wilson might not have been a NASCAR driver but he was still a part of the Motorsports family. Following the accident in Pocono on Sunday that left Wilson in a coma, the Motorsports world came together as one to stand behind Wilson and his family.
Drivers from IndyCar, NASCAR, Formula One and other series all took to social media to express their concern and well-wishes for Wilson using the #PrayersForJustin.
Racing is inherently a dangerous sport and that danger doesn’t change based on what series you’re racing in. NASCAR drivers know the danger is real in just the same way that IndyCar and F1 drivers know. It’s this understanding that allows for the Motorsports community to come together as one when something terrible like this happens to a driver.
Monday night, just over 24 hours after suffering a critical injury to his head, Wilson passed away. The passing of Wilson is another reminder of the real life consequences that are attached to competing each and every weekend for these drivers. Following the announcement of his passing the NASCAR Universe reacted via social media which can bee seen below.
So sad to hear that we lost Justin Wilson today. Thoughts & prayers to his family and friends.
— Jeff Gordon (@JeffGordonWeb) August 25, 2015
My heart breaks for Justin's family and friends. https://t.co/QpJldzyc2n
— Jimmie Johnson (@JimmieJohnson) August 25, 2015
Didn't know Justin but I did know he was a unbeliever person and a great car driver. So sad.. #RIPJustinWilson pic.twitter.com/YI6HdSaCYz
— Kasey Kahne (@kaseykahne) August 25, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to his family, friends, and to the @IndyCar family. #RIPJustinWilson
— Dale Earnhardt Jr. (@DaleJr) August 25, 2015
Wow, what a sad day. @justin_wilson was a good man. A great man. I had the pleasure of knowing him and pray for his family. 🙏🏼
— Danica Patrick (@DanicaPatrick) August 25, 2015
Very sad to hear the news of Justin Wilson's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
— Kyle Busch (@KyleBusch) August 25, 2015
Very sad. https://t.co/i1Fls632Re
— Brad Keselowski (@keselowski) August 25, 2015
Terrible and tragic news. Prayers to his family and friends. We are all family. #RIPJustin
— Joey Logano (@joeylogano) August 25, 2015
As a father & racer I can't begin to express the sadness I feel for everyone that @justin_wilson touched on this ride we call life #godspeed
— Sam Hornish Jr. (@SamHornish) August 25, 2015
RIP Justin Wilson. Such a sad few weeks for the racing community. My thoughts are with you and your family.
— Kyle Larson (@KyleLarsonRacin) August 25, 2015
JW I wish I could have been there to say goodbye. Told u how much u meant to me. Told u how much u inspired me to be better.Gone way to soon
— AJ Allmendinger (@AJDinger) August 25, 2015
Absolutely speechless at the news of @justin_wilson passing. Never fortunate enough to meet him, but sounds like he was amazing human being.
— Justin Allgaier (@J_Allgaier) August 25, 2015
— Chase Elliott (@chaseelliott) August 25, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with Justin's family and friends. RIP https://t.co/vaRUMfLrLT
— Regan Smith (@ReganSmith) August 25, 2015
Our deepest condolences to the family, friends and fans of Justin Wilson.
— Hendrick Motorsports (@TeamHendrick) August 25, 2015
Heartbreaking news tonight. Our thoughts are with the family & friends of @justin_wilson.
— Stewart-Haas Racing (@StewartHaasRcng) August 25, 2015
Our hearts are heavy tonight. #RIPJustin @justin_wilson
— Team Penske (@Team_Penske) August 25, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Justin Wilson tonight. #RaceInPeaceJustinWilson pic.twitter.com/ZMBD3qm2lo
— RFK Racing (@RFKracing) August 25, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Justin Wilson.
— LEGACY MOTOR CLUB (@LEGACYMotorClub) August 25, 2015
Please note that a trust has been established for Wilson’s children as noted below.
A trust fund has been established for @justin_wilson's children: Wilson Children's Fund, c/o INDYCAR, 4551 W. 16th St. 46222
— Stewart-Haas Racing (@StewartHaasRcng) August 25, 2015
We here at Beyond The Flag cannot even begin to imagine what those close to Wilson are experiencing this evening and will continue to experience and endure in the days, weeks, months and years to follow. We would like to take this opportunity to extend our thoughts and prayers to all of those who were close to Justin Wilson and to all of those whose lives were touched by him.