Philippe, Power Injured at Sonoma

Nelson Philippe and Will Power were hospitalized after a practice crash at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, CA today, according to a statement issued by the IndyCar Racing Series.  A third driver, EJ Viso, was also involved in the incident but was uninjured.

Both drivers suffered concussions with Power breaking two veterbra in his back.  Philippe underwent surgery for a broken left foot.

The report says that Philippe lost control exiting turn 3 on the road course and then was struck by Viso’s car and then finally by Power.