Andrew Patterson crashed into sand barrels at Homestead-Miami Speedway during the NASCAR O'Reilly finale on November 8, 2026, bringing out a red flag that halted the race.
The incident occurred in the closing stages of the event, with Patterson's car sustaining significant damage. Safety crews responded quickly, and the driver was evaluated and released.
The red flag period lasted several minutes while officials cleared the debris and repaired the barrier. The race eventually resumed to complete the scheduled distance.
Photo by Nick DeGroot.
