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Statement from Stewart-Haas Racing Regarding Tony Stewart Being Injured in Non-Racing Accident

February 2, 2016

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KANNAPOLIS, N.C. (Feb. 2, 2016) – Tony Stewart, driver of the No. 14 Chevrolet for Stewart-Haas Racing in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, sustained a back injury in a non-racing accident Sunday afternoon.

Stewart was transported to a local hospital following the accident and is currently being evaluated. Stewart is awake and alert, and able to move all extremities. An update will be provided Thursday afternoon when more information is known.

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