Somebody’s got jokes…
Well, I’m sure it’s basic hospital protocol, but still, hilarious nonetheless.
Over the weekend, NASCAR Xfinity Series points leader Connor Zilisch suffered a broken collarbone after falling off his car in Victory Lane, an scary moment that quickly turned embarrassing for the 19-year old rookie phenom:
Now that I know I’ll be alright, it’s gonna be tough to make a comeback from this generational aura debt. Dang, at least I won😂 https://t.co/pPndMH6Cor
— Connor Zilisch (@ConnorZilisch) August 12, 2025
Yeah… it’s hard to watch. It actually hurt to watch.
But after undergoing surgery this morning, Connor shared an update that he got a plate and screws put in to help with the healing process, and all went well:
“Wanted to give everyone a quick update. Had surgery on my collarbone this morning to get a plate and screws put in to help with the healing process. It’s been a tough few days for me mentally, but the love everyone has shown me has certainly helped make things easier. I seriously appreciate it, love you all.”
Luckily the injuries weren’t any more severe, hopefully he’s now on his way to a speedy recovery. But he shared a photo of the wristband that they put on him in the hospital, and it states very plainly that he’s a “fall risk.”
Zilisch noted that it’s because he had anesthesia before surgery, but the obvious humor is certainly not lost on race fans in the comments section here:
The bracelet I got in the hospital this morning bc of anesthesia. Can’t make this stuff up😂 pic.twitter.com/FEUo2wTYea
— Connor Zilisch (@ConnorZilisch) August 12, 2025
I mean, that’s just classic… and many were pointing out that he needed to have “fall risk” added to his firesuit or car from here on out:
Name above drivers door for next race: “Fall Risk”
— Jason 🏈 (@Rocketman455) August 12, 2025
And the hits just keep on coming. 😂😂
— Chris B 🇺🇸 𝕏 (@USMC_NASCARFire) August 12, 2025
Dang, the doctors are trolling you, heal up fast, I need to see you on the track.
— Sniper’s Hide (@SH_Lowlight) August 12, 2025
Hahahahahaha…good one bud!!
Glad you are OK
— Rhea Robison (@RheaRobison) August 12, 2025
Bro you gotta put that on the car now
— Wert’s Burner (@VWTS03) August 12, 2025
Getting cooked by the doctor and nurses now. Game has never been more gone
— Jack (@Carroll_NIR) August 12, 2025
Bro needs to win 7 championships to reclaim all the aura he has lost the last few days at this rate
— Depraved CoT Apologist (@thats_a_nas_car) August 12, 2025
Could’ve done with that pre-race bud 😬
— The Hard Compound (@TheHardCompound) August 12, 2025
Let me introduce you to the Connor Zilisch celebration safety platform. Patent pending. pic.twitter.com/zrWK2sRa1z
— John A. Raudat (@riskrewardJR) August 12, 2025
You really need to find another victory celebration
— Kevy Kong (@KevyBones) August 12, 2025
They’re making fun of you
— Justrob (@FlooringGuyRob) August 12, 2025
It’s funny because we know he’s on the mend now, and actually, Zilisch appeared on the popular racing podcast Door Bumper Clear, where he revealed that at least one driver told him that their team’s competition director informed drivers that they were no longer allowed to stand on top of their car after a win.
While the standing on the car thing is a fun way to celebrate, it’s probably not worth the risk of falling, especially if it leads to a broken collarbone and missing out on races.
