Cole Whitt’s No. 35 team crew member is OK after contact
Brad Keselowski hit the jackman for the No. 35 Front Row Motorsports team during Sunday’s FedEx 400 benefiting Autism Speaks at Dover International Speedway. Cole Whitt was coming in for service right behind the No. 2 Team Penske Ford, leading to the collision.
After finishing 12th at Dover, Keselowski took to Twitter on Monday to both acknowledge the accident and compliment jackman Nick Keller on his resilience.
The day at Dover was a long one for Whitt, who finished 26th after having power steering problems.
Long day at the monster mile today. Makes it really really long when the power steering is on and off through the corners… Glad it’s over
— Cole Whitt (@ColeWhitt) May 31, 2015
Keselowski checked in on Keller on Monday and was relieved the jackman was doing well.
Pit road is dangerous. Glad this guy is ok. pic.twitter.com/JtdvYOCnP3
— Brad Keselowski (@keselowski) June 1, 2015
Very impressive athleticism. Just spoke with him on the phone. Can’t believe he’s ok. https://t.co/Itc8lSZoD9
— Brad Keselowski (@keselowski) June 1, 2015
The incident was captured by pit road cameras, and Pittalks.com posted them, showing the agility and competitive spirit that Keselowski was complimenting. Keller held onto his jack and immediately went to work on Whitt’s car.