Weiler suffered a severe accident in a USAC sprint car race in Terre Haute, Indiana on June 11, 1961.
Despite many erroneous reports stating the accident ended his career, he returned to race, just not nationally or in USAC any longer.
He remained active as an owner and manager in auto racing up until his death.
Drivers competing at Indy during those years were credited with World Championship points and participation.
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