NASCAR suspends Musgrave

NASCAR has suspended Craftsman Truck Series driver Ted Musgrave for one race for driving his battered truck into the truck driven by Kelly Bires while on the track under caution during the June 22 event at the Milwaukee Mile.

Musgrave was angry at Bires for the accident that heavily damaged their two trucks.

The 2005 series champion also was penalized 50 points, fined $10,000 and placed on probation through the end of the year. The team was also penalized 50 points.

Mike Hillman Sr., general manager of Germain Racing, says the team understands and supports NASCAR's decision. The team will not appeal, and Musgrave will miss the race this weekend at Memphis Motorsports Park, where he will be replaced by Brad Keselowski.

"We regret that the incident happened," Hillman said. "The Team ASE crew has had some excellent races this season, and we know Ted Musgrave still has the fire it takes to win races for us. We look forward to having him back in the Team ASE Tundra in Kentucky."