INDIANAPOLIS — People don’t write thank-you letters as much as they used to, so this note from a second-grader named Lucy is terrific.

She thanked the Verizon IndyCar Series and its safety crew for the response to Dixon’s harrowing crash in the Indianapolis 500. Dixon struck Jay Howard’s car and was sent airborne and spinning into the catchfence, landing on top of the wall before flipping violently back onto the track.

The Holmatro Safety Team is known for its quick response in getting to drivers after an incident and the May 28 crash was no exception. Dixon injured his left foot, but was fitted with a walking boot and was able to drive in the Detroit Grand Prix doubleheader last weekend.

Here is the letter:

“Dear Indycar, I love Scott Dixon, And as you may know he just got in a big crash. So what I wanted to tell you is that Thank you so much for keeping him safe. I saw him limping on TV and just wanted to make sure he was ok. I’ve loved Scott Dixon since I was really little and when I saw the crash I got so scared and started crying. Again, Thank You So Much For Keeping Him Safe!!!”

Jake Query, an IndyCar Radio Network reporter and Indianapolis radio talk show host, found the note.

Dixon spotted the note and responded:

“Lucy what a sweet letter I’m doing really well thank you, @IndyCar work hard to keep us safe. Hope I get a chance to meet you one day. X”

And here’s a look at the crash that Lucy is referencing:

The Verizon IndyCar Series returns this weekend at Texas Motor Speedway, where Dixon has two wins – in 2008 and 2015.

Horner writes for the Indianapolis Star, part of the USA TODAY Network.