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Newsweek
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
NASCAR's RCR Opens up on Potential Suspension For Hill After Xfinity Wreck
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Richard Childress has addressed the possibility of Austin Hill receiving a suspension after Hill's incident with Aric Almirola during the NASCAR Xfinity Race at Indianapolis. Hill right rear hooked Almirola in what seemed to be an act of retaliation for aggressive driving. He was then handed a five-lap penalty. However, Hill swore on the radio while addressing NASCAR, which could make matters worse when the sport announces a fine and penalty points for the incident next week. Hill said in his penalty rant: "Oh they can go f**k themselves. F**k NASCAR. That is f***ing bulls**t. I'm f***ing sideways, I go to correct it back to the left, it gets locked to the left, I f***ing run into the 19 [Almirola]." Reports suggest that the next penalty for Hill could be a suspension, which would mean a big dent for Hill and his team in the playoff points. He is the first driver since 2021 to be held for five laps. Childress has addressed the possibility of Hill being hit with a suspension to Dustin Long of NBC. He said: Austin Hill, driver of the #21 Bennett/Realtree Chevrolet, speaks with RCR team owner and NASCAR Hall of Famer, Richard Childress on the grid prior to the NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 at Talladega Superspeedway on... Austin Hill, driver of the #21 Bennett/Realtree Chevrolet, speaks with RCR team owner and NASCAR Hall of Famer, Richard Childress on the grid prior to the NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 at Talladega Superspeedway on April 22, 2023 in Talladega, Alabama. More"Hell no. They didn't do a damn thing to the 2 car [of Austin Cindric] when they, he wrecked Ty [Dillon] and admitted to it. Drove him in the right rear and wrecked him at COTA. It's who you are. We're a blue-collar team, they give us trouble all the time." Here is what Richard Childress said after the race about #NASCAR penalizing Austin Hill 5 laps for reckless driving for incident with Aric Almirola in the Xfinity race at Indy. — Dustin Long (@dustinlong) July 26, 2025 Almirola also opened up on the incident with Hill, accusing him of wrecking him intentionally. He said: "Oh, it was definitely intentional. He blocked me three times. He had damage on his nose, so he was really slow in the corners. So, it was time to go. I mean, we're coming to 10 laps to go or nine laps to go. Uh, the leaders are starting to put a gap on us. So, it's time to go, and I got him loose. Yeah, you just turn left and hook me in the right rears. Honestly, one of the biggest hits in my entire NASCAR career. Very reminiscent of the hit I took when I broke my back." Hill finished the race in P34, one place ahead of Almirola, who finished in P35. Almirola added: "So, glad I'm okay, thankful to everybody back at the shop at Joe Gibbs Racing for building amazing race cars and making them safe. Disappointed, felt like we had a shot to win. I have so much fun every time we run these races. We have great race cars, and I love doing it. It's just unfortunate that guys like that, especially that guy. He stood up in front of a meeting at Martinsville and said he was going to be a role model for all the young kids to look up to, and racing etiquette, and I think that's kind of laughable after that one."
Newsweek
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Connor Zilisch Confirms NASCAR Return As He Shares Major Health Update
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Connor Zilisch has confirmed his NASCAR return after suffering a back injury as he shared an update on his recovery with his fans. Confirming the news on social media, the NASCAR Xfinity Series driver stated: "'I'm back.' "My back is all healed up and I'm ready for a big weekend at Charlotte. I'm pumped to make my second Cup start with Trackhouse and get back in the Xfinity car with JR Motorsports. Big thanks to everyone who helped me get back so soon!" The JR Motorsports driver sustained the back injury during a wreck with Jesse Love at Talladega. As a result, he missed the Texas Xfinity race in order to recover. Kyle Larson stepped in for the 18-year-old and went on to secure the victory. Despite not racing at Texas Motor Speedway, Zilisch spoke to the media to give an update. He explained at the time, as previously reported by Newsweek Sports: Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 WeatherTech Chevrolet, gives a thumbs up to fans as he walks onstage during driver intros prior to the NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 at Talladega Superspeedway on April 26,... Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 WeatherTech Chevrolet, gives a thumbs up to fans as he walks onstage during driver intros prior to the NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 at Talladega Superspeedway on April 26, 2025 in Talladega, Alabama. More"Yeah, I feel okay. You know, a lot of what I'm doing is not up to me, I listen to all the doctors around me and the people around me that have a lot more, not only racing experience, but life experience. "I've got a lot ahead of me, and to rush back into something after a crash like that would be silly. "So, yeah, we're just taking our time with the recovery process, taking it one day at a time, and you know, I'm feeling better every day. Thankful for everyone who's been there for me and been willing to give me unbiased answers throughout the process." He added: "I don't know what I'm allowed to say. "I cleared all my X-rays at the track, and there was nothing obvious. Everything is very minor, I'll say that. But, I don't know what I'm allowed to say to the extent of what my injuries are, but I'll probably just plead the fifth and not get myself in trouble. There is no crazy big injury that is going to hold me for months. It's going to be day by day." Zilisch returns for the BetMGM 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Saturday, May 24.
Newsweek
04-05-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Connor Zilisch Sends Message To Kyle Larson After NASCAR Xfinity Texas Win
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Connor Zilisch has reacted to Kyle Larson's NASCAR Xfinity Series victory at Texas Motor Speedway. The Cup Series driver was called in last minute by JR Motorsports to stand in for Zilisch after a wreck in Talladega left him injured. The 18-year-old was leading the Xfinity Series race at the Talladega Superspeedway when a crash with Richard Childress Racing driver Jesse Love cost him his race. After the team confirmed mid-week that Zilisch would not take part in Texas due to a back injury, Larson took to the wheel of the No. 88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet. After clinching the win, the injured driver shared a message to social media: "Proud of my team and @KyleLarsonRacin. My turn next." Proud of my team and @KyleLarsonRacin. My turn next😆 — Connor Zilisch (@ConnorZilisch) May 3, 2025 Larson commented: "It was a lot of survival, I felt like in that race. I got in some wrecks, the balance we had to work on quite a bit. So, it was fun. I felt like if I could ever get the lead, I could stretch it out, but I couldn't get by Justin (Allgaier). He was running where I needed to be. Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 WeatherTech Chevrolet, prepares to qualify for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 at Talladega Superspeedway on April 25, 2025 in Talladega, Alabama. Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 WeatherTech Chevrolet, prepares to qualify for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 at Talladega Superspeedway on April 25, 2025 in Talladega, Alabama."Thanks to JRM for letting me come run this thing here today. Obviously, I wish Connor was in the car, but it means a lot that they thought of me to call up to run this thing." Zilisch gave an update on his recovery while speaking to FOX Sports reporter Bob Pockrass in Texas. He commented: "Yeah, I feel okay. You know, a lot of what I'm doing is not up to me, I listen to all the doctors around me and the people around me that have a lot more, not only racing experience, but life experience. "I've got a lot ahead of me, and to rush back into something after a crash like that would be silly. "So, yeah, we're just taking our time with the recovery process, taking it one day at a time, and you know, I'm feeling better every day. Thankful for everyone who's been there for me and been willing to give me unbiased answers throughout the process." NASCAR Xfinity Series at Texas Motor Speedway unofficial results
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
NASCAR Friday schedule at Texas Motor Speedway
Texas Motor Speedway will be busy for more than eight consecutive hours with practice, qualifying and racing for the Truck and Xfinity Series. The Truck series will practice and qualify in the afternoon for a 167-lap race that will begin at 8 p.m. ET (FS1). NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 - Qualifying Connor Zilisch to sit out Texas Xfinity race after Talladega crash; Kyle Larson to drive No. 88 car Advertisement Connor Zilisch sustained lower back injuries in the last-lap Talladega crash. The Xfinity Series will practice and qualify for a 200-lap race Saturday. The Cup Series garage also will open for five hours Friday for technical inspections ahead of practice and qualifying Saturday. AUTO: APR 06 NASCAR Cup Series Goodyear 400 Good news, bad news for NASCAR teams ahead of Texas Cup weekend Chase Elliott looks to score his first Cup points win since last year's Texas race, while Ryan Blaney seeks to end recent struggles. Texas Motor Speedway schedule (All Times Eastern) Friday, May 2 Garage open 9:30 a.m. - midnight — Truck Series 12 - 7:30 p.m. — Xfinity Series 2 - 7 p.m. — Cup Series Track activity 2:35 - 3:30 p.m. — Truck practice (No TV) 3:40 - 4:30 p.m. — Truck qualifying (No TV) 5 - 5:55 p.m. — Xfinity practice (CW App) 6:05 - 7 p.m. — Xfinity qualifying (CW App) 8 p.m. — Truck race (167 laps, 250.5 miles, Stage 1 at Lap 40, Stage 2 at Lap 80; FS1, MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Weather Friday: Scattered thunderstorms in the a.m. and cloudy skies later in the day with a high of 72 degrees. Winds from the north-northeast at 10 to 15 mph and a 50% chance of rain. It's expected to be 70 degrees with a 24% chance of rain at the start of the truck race.
Newsweek
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Connor Zilisch Ruled Out Of NASCAR Xfinity Race At Texas As Replacement Confirmed
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. JR Motorsports driver Connor Zilisch has been ruled out of the upcoming NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Texas Motor Speedway due to his ongoing recovery from a wreck at Talladega last weekend. 31-time NASCAR Cup Series race winner Kyle Larson will step in for the 18-year-old in the Andy's Frozen Custard 300 on Saturday. JR Motorsports confirmed: "Kyle Larson will sub for Connor Zilisch behind the wheel of the No. 88 Chevrolet this weekend at Texas Motor Speedway as Zilisch continues to recover from a lower back injury sustained last weekend at Talladega." Statement from JR Motorsports. — JR Motorsports (@JRMotorsports) April 30, 2025 On the final lap of the NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Talladega Superspeedway, Zilisch, who was leading at the time, got caught up in a wreck with Jesse Love. The nudge from behind sent Zilisch into a spin before he collided with the barriers nose first. Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 WeatherTech Chevrolet, prepares to qualify for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 at Talladega Superspeedway on April 25, 2025 in Talladega, Alabama. Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 WeatherTech Chevrolet, prepares to qualify for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 at Talladega Superspeedway on April 25, 2025 in Talladega, North Carolina-born driver was heard complaining about his back over the team radio as soon as the crash took place. While speaking to the media after being cleared by the infield medical center, he explained: "Yeah, I'm okay. "That's one of the wrecks where you move your legs and make sure everything feels okay afterwards. So, very grateful to drive safe JR Motorsports race cars. "Our WeatherTech Chevrolet was as fast as Xfinity Mobile. We were in the right spot, just, yeah, I haven't really watched it close enough to know what happened. But yeah, grateful to be up and walking." A day alter, he confirmed that he was still feeling sore from the wreck. "Sore today but more than anything just upset that I couldn't close that one out for my team. If we keep putting ourselves in position to win races, it will come. Thank you to everyone who reached out to make sure I was okay."
