Thanks fans for support, says husband Kyle is in good spirits
RELATED: Joe Gibbs gives update on Kyle Busch
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- Following a crash in Saturday's Alert Today Florida 300 XFINITY Series season opener at Daytona International Speedway, NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Kyle Busch underwent surgery to repair a compound fracture in his right leg. The Joe Gibbs Racing driver also sustained a left mid-foot fracture in the wreck.
The NASCAR community quickly took to social media to wish the talented driver well. The outpouring of support wasn't lost on Busch's wife Samantha.
Following Busch's surgery, she gave a quick update on Twitter to let his fans know surgery went well and to thank everyone for the support and prayers.
Samantha gave a more extensive update on Busch and his condition via Facebook on Sunday morning, hours before substitute driver and friend Matt Crafton will get behind the wheel of the No. 18 M&Ms Toyota Camry.
"Kyle and I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank everyone for your prayers and kind words during this difficult time," said Samantha, who is pregnant with the couple's first child. "The response from all of you was so overwhelming and uplifting words cannot describe how much we appreciate it.
"Kyle just finished up some breakfast and is resting comfortably. Although his injuries are serious, we thank God he is alive and that he is in the best spirits you can expect for a time like this. I love this man so much that even through all his injuries and pain the first thing he asked when he saw me was how our little boy was doing.
"He melts my heart at what an amazing father he will be! The staff also nicely checked little man's heartbeat last night to put us at ease and it was strong! Kyle and I would like to wish the entire 18 team much success today and thank Matt Crafton for stepping in. We also pray for safety for all the drivers out on the track and thank the entire NASCAR community for their outpouring of concern and support. I will keep you posted on his progress and we continue to ask for prayers for a speedy recovery."
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