The shoulder is the major concern, and leaves Rudd concerned about his status for next weekend’s Chevy Rock ‘n Roll 400 at Richmond International Raceway. He said he wouldn’t grade his chances of competing very high. [That’s saying a lot about the pain. This is a man that once taped his eyelids open with duct tape so he could race.] Marty Smith, ESPN.com
Ricky Rudd entered California Speedway with the greatest of intentions as he marked his 900th career NASCAR Cup start, but left the Sharp AQUOS 500 prematurely — and with a separated left shoulder. Lee Spencer, FOXSports.com
Rudd, who turns 51 on Sept. 12, hit the wall and slid into the grass after the crash on the 180th lap at California Speedway in Fontana.
Rudd was scheduled to undergo an MRI exam to determine the extent of his shoulder injury. Philly.com
Ricky Rudd was involved in a crash on lap 180 and was shaken up. He walked uder his own power to the ambulance holding his arm in visible pain.
He was taken to the infield care center and after a mandatory check up , he was sent off to the local hospital for further evaluation.
If he as a major injury to his arm , his 900th race just might be his last. Protrade.com
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