Connor Zilisch, the 20‑year‑old NASCAR Cup Series rookie, has agreed to a multi‑year contract that will keep him with Hendrick Motorsports through the 2028 season, marking the end of his stint with Trackhouse Racing.
Zilisch’s rookie campaign has been marred by limited success, with only a single top‑ten finish and eight DNFs, yet the series still projects him as the favorite to capture the 2026 Rookie of the Year award.
Trackhouse Racing, founded by Justin Marks, has struggled throughout the current year; veteran driver Ross Chastain posted his worst performance since joining the organization in 2022, and uncertainty looms over the future of the third seat.
Looking Ahead
The team’s expansion from a single‑car operation in 2021 to a two‑car lineup after acquiring Chip Ganassi Racing has set the stage for a new chapter, with Zilisch slated to pilot the No. 48 Ally Chevrolet and help shape the squad’s competitive outlook.