Frankie Muniz has been taken to hospital after crashing during a practice lap at Daytona International Speedway in Florida. The Malcolm in the Middle star was behind the wheel ahead of the Ford Veterans Day Classic race this evening when the crash occurred.
A photograph shared by Entertainment Tonight on X appears to show the roof of Muniz’s car cut off by rescue workers.
Team Statement on Muniz's Condition
Muniz’s team, Reaume, said the racer “was taken to a local medical facility for further evaluation and is awake and alert”.
“We’ll share updates as they become available,” the team added on Facebook. “Thank you for your support and for respecting Frankie’s privacy at this time.”
Race Event Context
Muniz’s on-screen father from Malcolm in the Middle, Bryan Cranston, was scheduled to present the race at Daytona.
