The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series rolled into the historic road course of Watkins Glen in May 2026, a venue where asphalt meets elevation and strategy intertwines with skill.
From the outset, veteran road‑course stalwarts Ross Chastain and Gio Ruggiero seized the early lead, trading positions as the field jostled for position, setting the stage for a chaotic mid‑race.
A decisive move in the closing laps
Kaden Honeycutt, piloting the No. 11 truck for Tricon Garage, executed a bold pass on Connor Zilisch entering the final sector, capitalizing on a brief loss of traction by his rival to claim the lead.
The race unfolded with a series of caution periods and restart shuffles, but Honeycutt’s composure under pressure allowed him to pull away, securing his maiden Truck Series victory.
The win marks the culmination of a season spent hovering on the cusp of triumph, a breakthrough that validates the team’s intensive preparation and the driver’s relentless work ethic.
Looking ahead, Honeycutt says he intends to ride this momentum through the remainder of the regular season, aiming to translate a single breakthrough into consistent results.