Frankie Muniz, the Emmy-nominated actor and NASCAR driver, was hospitalized on Wednesday, November 11, following a crash during practice for the Ford "Proud To Honor Veterans Day Classic" at Daytona International Speedway. Muniz, who drives for Team Reaume in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, was transported to a local medical facility for further evaluation. Fortunately, he is reported to be awake and alert, although it remains unclear if he will participate in the upcoming race where he was set to team up with Cup Series driver Austin Cindric, representing the Air Force.

The crash occurred during a practice lap at the speedway, which was closed to the public at the time. Entertainment Tonight, present at the scene, confirmed that Muniz was being monitored and evaluated after the incident. The Veterans Day Classic is notable as it aims to honor military service members, featuring 12 drivers paired into six teams, each representing a different branch of the military. The race will showcase the Mustang Dark Horse Rs, designed for International Motor Sports Association competitions, and is set to air live on USA Network at 8 p.m. ET.S1S3

This event marks a significant moment for Muniz, who transitioned from a Hollywood career to stock car racing in 2023. Prior to this, he was known for his role in "Malcolm in the Middle" and films like "Agent Cody Banks." In his racing career, Muniz has achieved seven top 20 finishes over the past two seasons in the Truck Series and recently won a championship in the GT4 America Series. He expressed gratitude for the opportunities provided by Ford Racing, stating that his experience in sports car racing was transformative.S1