Coming off his first win at Denver, P2 in qualifying at Road America, Wirth was poised to continue his podium streak this past weekend.  In a heartbreaking turn of events, an accident at the end of the morning warm up (which he led), Wirth finds himself on the disabled list with injuries to his spine.   Not only was he unable to run the race at Road America, but the young German driver confirmed today that he will miss the finale at Montreal, due to his injuries.

"I flew to Indianapolis to see Dr. Trammell and he recommended that I start rehab as quickly as possible.  I will fly to Germany in a day or two and start the rehabilitation training program.  I can't even describe what I'm feeling - we were second in the points, my car was perfect, I have experience at both Road American and Montreal and this freak accident  ends my year. " said the saddened Andreas.  "I will return, of course, but this is not how I saw my year ending!  Thanks to everyone at Brooks Associates."

"The ChampCar Medical Unit team did their usual top notch work.  They took quick care of our young driver, then sent him off for x-rays.  Those came out fine, but a CAT scan revealed the vertebrae damage.  Andreas is walking around feeling ok, but those tests tell the story.  His health is the most important.  We appreciate all the kind words from his competitors.  I'll tell you one thing, though, the record books won't tell the story on this incredible driver. " said John Brooks, team owner.

The other Brooks driver, Al Unser III, continued his top five success, finishing 4th at Road America.  The BoSPoker driver, running at the BoSPoker.com race, was consistently improving all weekend. 

The season finale is one week away at Montreal.