IndyCar driver James Hinchcliffe released from hospital

INDIANAPOLIS – IndyCar driver James Hinchcliffe was released from the hospital Wednesday, nine days after his wreck during Indianapolis 500 practice left him with a life-threatening leg injury.

Series officials say the 28-year-old Canadian is expected to make a full recovery. He has not yet been cleared to resume racing.

Hinchcliffe had surgery May 18 after a frightening crash in the third turn on Indy’s 2.5-mile oval. The broken wishbone section of the suspension pierced the car’s protective tub and wounded Hinchcliffe’s left leg, causing massive blood loss. After the safety team removed Hinchcliffe from the car, he was taken to a hospital for surgery.

Conor Daly will replace Hinchcliffe this weekend in Detroit for Schmidt Peterson Motorsports.

Chaves fined

Indy 500 rookie of the year Gabby Chaves has been fined $10,000 and put on probation for six races after hitting a crew member with his car in Sunday’s race.