Dirt Sprint Car driver is set to go into surgery
Rico Abreu was scheduled to race Western Australia Speedweek. That has been canceled as the dirt racing driver to set to go into surgery.
Abreu is set to race full-time with High Limit Racing in 2025. The grueling schedule begins in March and kicks off a 60+ race season.
The 32-year-old has canceled his trip to Australia as a result of the injury.
The 2025 High Limit Racing schedule opens at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Rico Abreu issues a statement on the injury
On Wednesday, the driver issued the following statement:
“I’m incredibly gutted to let everyone know I will not be racing Western Australia Speedweek,” Abreu opened via social media.
“I hurt my wrist and the injury requires a surgery. I’ve gone back and forth on how to handle this situation. Trying to race with severely weak grip strength and mobility will put myself and my fellow racers in danger if I can’t react properly.”
“Getting my wrist fixed is my top priority so I can be ready by March in Vegas.”
“I’ve never dealt with something like this in my career. I feel I’m letting my team, my fans and the whole Australian effort we’ve created for this team down.”
“Thinking about all this has brought a few clear things to mind. I’m in this situation and it’s my job to step up and be the one you hear it from. It’s an unfortunate situation but it’s one I have to fix. My head wants to hang but I’m gonna hold it high and understand something you have to wear and deal with it.”
Abreu finished 3rd in the High Limit standings following the 2024 season. He collected 8 race wins in 51 starts.
