Fernandez to miss Fontana

Although an initial CT scan came back negative, additional tests were performed due to Fernandez's discomfort.

Dr. Steve Olvey, CART Director of Medical Affairs, said: "After further CT scanning, Adrian has two thoracic fractures at T-2 and T-3 [below the neck]. They do not require surgery and there is no risk to the spinal column. He will be wearing a cervical collar for comfort and will keep his flight [to the United States] tomorrow.

"He will not be able to drive [next weekend] at Fontana, and the question of Mexico City will determined later in the week."

Fernandez has been released from the hospital.

"It's unfortunate that once again I was in the wrong place at the wrong time," said Fernandez. "The visibility was zero and everyone was being extra cautious. I was hit from behind and Tora (Takagi)'s car landed on top of my head. It could have killed me.

"It's unfortunate about Fontana, and I hope that I will feel a lot better and will be able to race in Mexico City. That decision will be up to the doctors and we won't know until next week."