Nadeau has head, lung and rib injuries

RICHMOND, Va. - Winston Cup driver Jerry Nadeau, critically injured Friday during a crash during practice at Richmond International Raceway, remains in critical condition at Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center and is being treated for head, lung and rib injuries.

Nadeau has been moved to his own room, though still in the intensive care unit.

NASCAR Busch Series regular Jason Keller will substitute for Nadeau in tonight's Pontiac Excitement 400 at RIR, marking his first career Winston Cup Series start.

"While our thoughts are with Jerry during his recovery, we also want to express our appreciation to Jason for filling in on a short notice," said Jay Frye, CEO/general manager of MB2/MBV Motorsports. "Jason has proved himself in the Busch Series and we know he can get the job done."

Keller, 33, is in his 10th Busch Series season and currently ranks sixth in the series point standings. He finished second to Greg Biffle in 2002.

Fans may send well wishes to Nadeau at:

Jerry Nadeau Fan Club

P.O. Box 3610

Mooresville, NC 28117

Stay tuned to NASCAR.com for further updates.