John Force's daughter provides encouraging update on his recovery

“Thank you everyone for your ongoing prayers for my dad after his accident in Richmond,” Brittany wrote. “My family and I have seen the outpour of uplifting words and support over the last couple of weeks and we are so appreciative of you all. It truly means so much to us."

She then offered an update on her father's rehab.

“My dad has made some great progress here in Virginia, but he still has a long road ahead," she wrote. "The next step is getting him moved to a rehabilitation center. We are so blessed to be a part of this amazing racing community. Nobody is tougher than my dad, and I know it will be everyone’s support that helps him get through these next steps in his recovery.”

Force was involved in a frightening accident two weeks ago in which his car exploded in a fiery explosion. The 16-time NHRA champion suffered a traumatic brain injury and a fractured sternum as a result of the crash and spent time in the intensive care unit. Previous statements have warned that Force still faces a “long road to recovery” but has been able to walk with assistance and converse with friends and family.