
Connor Zilisch’s Rocky Rookie Season in NASCAR
A 20‑year‑old rookie has endured a difficult debut year with nine non‑finishes, a high‑profile collision at New Hampshire, and a future role in the iconic No. 48 Chevrolet.
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A 20‑year‑old rookie has endured a difficult debut year with nine non‑finishes, a high‑profile collision at New Hampshire, and a future role in the iconic No. 48 Chevrolet.

Connor Zilisch, the newly appointed driver of the No. 48 Chevrolet for the 2028 NASCAR Cup season, has seen his rookie year marred by crashes, handling woes and an unusually high DNF count. With eleven races remaining, the youngster hopes to turn misfortune into momentum.

After a modest debut and a win in late‑model competition, Connor Hall is set to re‑enter the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026, bringing his experience to Niece Motorsports while balancing a diverse calendar of events.

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The NASCAR Truck Series will race at Lime Rock Park on July 11, 2026, broadcast on FS1 and available via fuboTV, DIRECTV, Sling and Hulu + Live TV, with points leaders Riggs, Honeycutt and Smith vying for the title.

The upcoming Allegiance 200 will see Front Row Motorsports dominate the front row, while rain‑delayed qualifying reshapes the starting order for the 34‑car field.

Layne Riggs won the Allegiance 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Nashville Superspeedway on May 29, 2026, after dominating early stages, navigating traffic, and passing Rajah Caruth on the last lap.
Layne Riggs dominated early stages, fell back in traffic, and made a decisive move on the final lap to win the Allegiance 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Nashville Superspeedway.

The 2026 NASCAR Truck Series event at Nashville Superspeedway was marked by a weather delay, multiple cautions, and a thrilling final‑lap overtake that saw Layne Riggs claim the win over Rajah Caruth.

A sudden rainstorm interrupted the Camping World Truck Series qualifying session at Nashville Superspeedway, leaving 13 trucks without a time and reshuffling the lineup for the upcoming race.

Connor Zilisch will guide Stefan Parsons from the roof during the Nashville Craftsman Truck Series event, navigating nerves and new viewpoints.

In a unique role reversal, Connor Zilisch will act as spotter for Stefan Parsons during the Nashville NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series event, bringing fresh perspective and heightened focus to the team's race strategy.

The upcoming NASCAR Truck Series event at Nashville Superspeedway will feature a complete lineup, a special tribute to the late Kyle Busch, and broadcast details across FOX Sports 1 and FUBO.

A sudden downpour at Nashville Superspeedway eliminated qualifying, prompting the series to rely on the rule book for the starting order. Practice sessions revealed early pace leaders and a full field of 38 trucks, featuring a mix of veteran and emerging talent.

The NASCAR Truck Series will honor the late Kyle Busch with a May 29 race at Nashville Superspeedway, featuring a competitive lineup, broadcast details, and a 150‑lap format.

After a strong start to the 2026 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series with sixth‑ and ninth‑place finishes, Ricky Stenhouse Jr. will miss the upcoming Nashville event, replaced by part‑time driver Stefan Parsons.

The 2026 Allegiance 200 will see 38 trucks on the track at Nashville Superspeedway, with two drivers left out of the lineup. Notable entries include Spire Motorsports’ Rajah Caruth and Jesse Love, while Parker Retzlaff joins Halmar Friesen Racing with Legacy Motor Club.

The 2026 Allegiance 200 at Nashville Superspeedway will feature a single‑lap qualifying format that sets the starting lineup for the series' eleventh race of the season.

A three‑division weekend at the 1.33‑mile Nashville Superspeedway will see the Cup, O’Reilly and Truck Series battle for pole position, with top drivers posting their metrics ahead of the races.