Cole Custer's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Racing
Cole Custer's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concussions | Head | 2020-07-18 | Missed several practice sessions and had to undergo the NASCAR concussion protocol. | The incident occurred during a high-speed collision, causing significant damage to Custer's vehicle and resulting in a concussion. | Custer was involved in a multi-car crash during the NASCAR Cup Series race at Texas Motor Speedway. | 2 weeks | Underwent cognitive and physical rest, followed by a gradual return to racing activities under medical supervision. | Temporary setback; returned to racing after full recovery. | Experienced some anxiety about returning to high-speed racing but overcame it with support from team and family. | None | 2020-08-02 | Moderate | Rest and gradual return to activity following concussion protocol. | NASCAR medical team and personal physician. | No long-term impacts reported. | Improved safety gear and adherence to concussion protocols. | Missed 1 race and multiple practice sessions. | Headache, dizziness, and confusion. | Moderate, with a need for ongoing monitoring. | Family, team, and medical staff. | Home and team facilities. |
| Foot Injuries | Left Foot | 2019-09-20 | Had to use crutches and missed subsequent practice sessions. | The impact caused significant bruising and swelling, requiring medical attention and rest. | Custer sustained a foot injury during a race at Richmond Raceway after a hard impact with the wall. | 4 weeks | Used crutches initially, followed by physical therapy to regain strength and mobility. | Temporary impact; returned to full form after recovery. | Experienced frustration due to limited mobility but maintained a positive outlook. | None | 2019-10-19 | Moderate | Rest, crutches, and physical therapy. | Track medical team and personal physiotherapist. | No long-term impacts reported. | Improved foot protection and strengthening exercises. | Missed 1 race and several practice sessions. | Pain, bruising, and swelling in the foot. | Moderate, with a need for ongoing care. | Family, team, and medical staff. | Home and team facilities. |
| Wrist Injuries | Right Wrist | 2018-05-11 | Required a brace and missed the rest of the practice session. | Custer's wrist was sprained after a hard landing from a bump on the track. | Custer injured his right wrist during a practice session at Dover International Speedway. | 3 weeks | Wore a wrist brace and underwent physical therapy to regain strength and flexibility. | Minor impact; continued racing with a brace and recovered fully. | Minimal; remained focused on recovery and racing. | None | Continued racing with a brace. | Mild | Wrist brace and physical therapy. | Team doctor and physiotherapist. | No long-term impacts reported. | Strengthening exercises and proper wrist support. | No races missed, only practice sessions. | Pain and swelling in the wrist. | Low, with proper care and support. | Team and medical staff. | Team facilities and home. |
Cole Custer's Sports Injuries Videos
Cole Custer: ‘It just stings’ after falling short at Loudon
Cole Custer discusses the three-wide battle that resulted in the No. 00 Stewart-Haas Racing Ford finishing third at New Hampshire. He believes they had the best car of the day and reflects on the contact from the No. 18, which opened a window for the competition. Custer acknowledges that racing for the win often leads to aggressive moves. He is disappointed with the outcome, particularly due to multiple late-race restarts that didn't go their way. Despite this, he remains positive about the team's performance and is determined to keep pushing forward, noting they still hold the points lead. Custer also mentions that he tried to protect his position during the restarts but ultimately felt at the mercy of other drivers.
Austin Hill and Cole Custer Crash - 2024 BetMGM 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series at Charlotte
The video covers a NASCAR race incident involving Cole Custer and Austin Hill. Custer's car hits the wall hard, followed by a sarcastic thumbs-up gesture from Hill, indicating frustration. Both cars suffer significant damage. The discussion suggests that contact on the front stretch caused Hill’s right front tire to cut down, leading to the crash. The video includes onboard footage and radio exchanges, showing the confusion and anger from both drivers and their teams. The segment ends with anticipation of a potential altercation between the spotters.
