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WATKINS GLEN, NEW YORK - AUGUST 09: Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 Registix Chevrolet, celebrates after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Mission 200 at The Glen at Watkins Glen International on August 09, 2025 in Watkins Glen, New York. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Connor Zilisch wins second consecutive Watkins Glen Xfinity race, transported to hospital following Victory Lane fall

Connor Zilisch wins second consecutive Watkins Glen Xfinity race, transported to hospital following Victory Lane fall

August 9, 2025
It was as hard-earned a victory as the 19-year old Connor Zilisch has claimed in his brief NASCAR career – answering his
Justin Allgaier’s 2024 #7 Brandt Chevrolet paint scheme.

NASCAR Xfinity Series News & Notes — Watkins Glen International

NASCAR Xfinity Series News & Notes — Watkins Glen International

August 6, 2025
NASCAR Xfinity Series
WATKINS GLEN, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 15: Ross Chastain, driver of the #1 Busch Light Chevrolet, and Martin Truex Jr., driver of the #19 Reser's Fine Foods Toyota, lead the field to start the NASCAR Cup Series Go Bowling at The Glen at Watkins Glen International on September 15, 2024 in Watkins Glen, New York. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Statistical Advance: Analyzing the Go Bowling at The Glen

Statistical Advance: Analyzing the Go Bowling at The Glen

August 6, 2025
Below is a look at some of the top statistical performers at Watkins Glen International in Watkins Glen, New York, going
NEWTON, IOWA - AUGUST 02: Sam Mayer, driver of the #41 Audibel Ford, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series HyVee Perks 250 at Iowa Speedway on August 02, 2025 in Newton, Iowa. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Sam Mayer scores second straight Xfinity Series victory at Iowa

Sam Mayer scores second straight Xfinity Series victory at Iowa

August 2, 2025
Sam Mayer took control of Saturday’s Hy-Vee Perks 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Iowa Speedway after a Lap 221 restart
Austin Cindric’s 2024 #2 Menards/Moen Ford paint scheme.

Goodyear Fast Facts — Iowa

Goodyear Fast Facts — Iowa

July 29, 2025
The June 3-4 Goodyear tire test at Iowa Speedway provided valuable data from all three of NASCAR Cup Series’ OE manufacturers
Sammy Smith’s 2024 #8 TMC Transportation Chevrolet paint scheme.

NASCAR Xfinity Series News & Notes — Indianapolis Motor Speedway

NASCAR Xfinity Series News & Notes — Indianapolis Motor Speedway

July 23, 2025
NASCAR Xfinity Series
2025 #16 Christian Eckes NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series paint scheme.

McAnally-Hilgemann Racing, Christian Eckes reunite for two truck races

McAnally-Hilgemann Racing, Christian Eckes reunite for two truck races

July 22, 2025
He's back
DOVER, DELAWARE - JULY 19: Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 Carolina Carports Chevrolet, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series BetRivers 200 at Dover Motor Speedway on July 19, 2025 in Dover, Delaware. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Connor Zilisch wins rain-shortened Xfinity race at Dover

Connor Zilisch wins rain-shortened Xfinity race at Dover

July 19, 2025
Lest anyone doubt the all-around natural racing talent of 18-year-old Connor Zilisch, the rookie claimed a series best fourth
DOVER, DELAWARE - APRIL 27: Ryan Truex, driver of the #20 The Toyota Gazoo Racing Toyota, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series BetRivers 200 at Dover International Speedway on April 27, 2024 in Dover, Delaware. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) | Getty Images

NASCAR Xfinity Series News & Notes – Dover Motor Speedway

NASCAR Xfinity Series News & Notes – Dover Motor Speedway

July 16, 2025
NASCAR Xfinity Series
HAMPTON, GEORGIA - JUNE 27: Nick Sanchez, driver of the #48 Big Machine Spiked Coolers Chevrolet, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Focused Health 250 at Echo Park Speedway on June 27, 2025 in Hampton, Georgia. (Photo by Krista Jasso/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Rookie Nick Sanchez scores first career NASCAR Xfinity Series win at EchoPark Speedway

Rookie Nick Sanchez scores first career NASCAR Xfinity Series win at EchoPark Speedway

June 28, 2025
Nick Sanchez charged to the front after a restart with seven laps left in Friday night’s Focused Health 250 and held off
HAMPTON, GEORGIA - JULY 10: A general view of racing during the NASCAR Cup Series Quaker State 400 at Atlanta Motor Speedway on July 10, 2022 in Hampton, Georgia. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images) | Getty Images

NASCAR National Series News & Notes – EchoPark Speedway & Lime Rock Park

NASCAR National Series News & Notes – EchoPark Speedway & Lime Rock Park

June 25, 2025
NASCAR Cup Series
LONG POND, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 21: Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 Registix Chevrolet, takes the checkered flag to win the NASCAR Xfinity Series Explore the Pocono Mountains 250 at Pocono Raceway on June 21, 2025 in Long Pond, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Xfinity Series post-race inspection at Pocono

Xfinity Series post-race inspection at Pocono

June 21, 2025
NASCAR Xfinity Series post-race inspection is complete. No issues.  Connor Zilisch is the winner
LONG POND, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 21: Connor Zilisch, driver of the #88 Registix Chevrolet, and crew celebrate in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Explore the Pocono Mountains 250 at Pocono Raceway on June 21, 2025 in Long Pond, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Connor Zilisch wins Xfinity race at Pocono with Dale Earnhardt Jr. serving as crew chief

Connor Zilisch wins Xfinity race at Pocono with Dale Earnhardt Jr. serving as crew chief

June 21, 2025
In a day of varying strategies and dramatic restarts among the front runners, JR Motorsports rookie Connor Zilisch prevailed
LONG POND, PENNSYLVANIA - JULY 13: Cole Custer, driver of the #00 Haas Automation Ford, takes the checkered flag to win the NASCAR Xfinity Series Explore The Pocono Mountains 225 at Pocono Raceway on July 13, 2024 in Long Pond, Pennsylvania. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Pocono Raceway offers a unique challenge for the Xfinity Series

Pocono Raceway offers a unique challenge for the Xfinity Series

June 19, 2025
After an exciting international foray to Mexico, the NASCAR Xfinity Series returns to oval action with Saturday’s Explore
LONG POND, PENNSYLVANIA - JULY 12: Corey Heim, driver of the #11 Safelite Toyota, and Christian Eckes, driver of the #19 NAPA Auto Care Chevrolet, lead the field to a restart during the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series CRC Brakleen 175 at Pocono Raceway on July 12, 2024 in Long Pond, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Five pivotal races left in the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series regular season

Five pivotal races left in the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series regular season

June 19, 2025
The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series returns from a week off for Friday night’s MillerTech Battery 200 at Pocono (Pa.) Raceway