Auto racers have had their share of injuries from high-speed crashes over the years, but for Connor Zilisch, danger struck him after a victory.

The NASCAR Xfinity Series points leader broke his collarbone after a hard fall in victory lane at Watkins Glen International, according to the Associated Press.

After his series-leading sixth victory, Zilisch was climbing onto the roof of his No. 88 Chevrolet to celebrate. He slipped after apparently getting his left foot caught in the driver’s side window netting and tumbled awkwardly onto the asphalt.

What happened to Connor in victory lane. He's been taken to the infield care center at this time. #NASCAR https://t.co/cJLBWk4O1Y pic.twitter.com/LAZ0j2VTjY — Speedway Digest (@speedwaydigest) August 9, 2025

Zilisch, who turned 19 in July

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