Connor Zilisch hospitalized after hard fall in victory lane at Watkins Glen

However, Zilisch is conscious, alert and does not appear to be in any medical danger following the incident. 

Zilisch, 19, leads the NASCAR Xfinity Series standings through 23 races and is expected to race on a full-time basis with Trackhouse Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series in 2026. He's already a championship favorite in his first year of Xfinity Series competition, and there's little doubt that he ranks among one of the best prospects in NASCAR history. 

Zilisch did miss the May 3 race at Texas Motor Speedway due to a back injury suffered at Talladega on April 26. The NASCAR Xfinity Series will return to competition at Daytona International Speedway on Aug. 22, giving Zilisch extra time to heal if necessary.