Ross Chastain’s Penalty Threatens Playoff Hopes Ahead of North Wilkesboro Showdown
Ross Chastain faces a steep uphill climb at North Wilkesboro after a series of pre‑race inspection failures. The penalty strips him of his crew chief and imposes a pass‑through penalty, dropping him to the rear of the field. With six consecutive top‑20 finishes behind him, Chastain must rally from an early pit stop to stay in contention, while teammates Austin Hill and Connor Zilisch also feel the ripple effects.
Jul 25, 2026