Erik Jones Fractures Back in Talladega Crash, Corey Heim to Replace Him in Dover

Erik Jones, driver of the No. 43 Toyota for Legacy Motor Club, suffered a compression fracture in his lower back during a crash at Talladega Superspeedway. Jones was attempting to gain speed by drafting with other drivers when Bubba Wallace lost control and clipped the rear of his car, sending it into the wall at full speed. Jones was knocked out of the race and later diagnosed with a fractured back. Legacy Motor Club has announced that 21-year-old Corey Heim will make his NASCAR Cup Series debut and replace Jones in Dover.

Erik Jones Sidelined for Dover, Corey Heim to Make NASCAR Cup Series Debut

Corey Heim will replace Erik Jones in the No. 43 Dollar Tree Toyota Camry XSE for this weekend’s NASCAR Cup Series event at Dover Motor Speedway. Jones suffered a compression fracture in a lower vertebrae in a wreck at Talladega. Heim, one of Toyota’s most talented prospects, will make his Cup Series debut, having finished all seven races in the top-10 in the Craftsman Truck Series this season. While there is no timeline for Jones’ return, Legacy Motor Club will apply for a waiver to still qualify for the playoff race.

Bubba Wallace’s Military Tribute Paint Scheme Honors Flying Tigers at Dover

Bubba Wallace’s car will carry a special paint scheme honoring military veterans at this weekend’s Wurth 400 at Dover Motor Speedway. The scheme is based on the famous Flying Tigers who flew in World War II. 23XI Racing and the Air Force have also struck a new deal for 2024. Wallace will carry the names of four Vietnam veterans on his car during the race. He is also looking forward to racing at Dover, a track where he has had some success in the past.

Bubba Wallace’s No. 23 Toyota Camry to Honor Flying Tigers at Dover Motor Speedway

Bubba Wallace will unveil a striking new paint scheme inspired by the legendary Flying Tigers at Dover Motor Speedway, continuing his partnership with the U.S. Air Force. The No. 23 Toyota Camry will feature an open mouth with fearsome teeth, paying homage to the iconic fighter planes from World War II. This special livery serves as a prelude to Military Appreciation Month and is a fitting tribute given Dover Air Force Base’s proximity to the racetrack. Xfinity, another key partner of Wallace, will also debut a new ad featuring Vietnam veterans, who will be honored at the event.

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