NASCAR has always been full of pranks, jokes, and good-natured chaos, whether it’s motorhome TP explosions or drivers pulling off epic prank calls. But in the social media era, the banter has hit another level—and Austin Cindric just might be NASCAR’s new king of comedy.
And guess what? Dale Earnhardt Jr. is loving every second of it.
The “Cracker of the Year” Saga
It all started when Chase Briscoe announced his new Xfinity Series sponsorship with Lance Snacks, a company famous for its crackers. Cindric, always quick with a dad joke, nominated Briscoe for “Cracker of the Year”—a hilarious nod to Antonio Brown’s infamous “awards”, which sarcastically poke fun at celebrities.
Fans jumped on the joke, flooding the replies with laughter—but the real surprise? Dale Jr. himself chimed in, cracking up over Cindric’s comedic timing.
But this isn’t the first time Cindric’s humor has caught Junior’s attention.
Dale Jr. vs. Austin Cindric: The Banter Battle
Cindric might not be the loudest driver in the garage, but fans know the dude’s got jokes. Just ask Kevin Harvick, whose motorhome got obliterated with toilet paper—all thanks to Cindric and Tyler Reddick’s prank squad.
Even Dale Jr. couldn’t resist ribbing Cindric during a 2024 Nashville Superspeedway race. After Cindric spun in the final laps, triggering overtime, Junior threw a playful jab during the broadcast:
“None of this happens if Austin can get off Turn 2 like he did for 398 miles.”
Cindric’s response? A meme so perfect that even Junior had to tip his cap. That moment? Probably when Dale Jr. officially became a fan of Cindric’s humor.
Cindric’s Mustache Move – Looking More Like Dale Sr.?
As if his comedy skills weren’t enough, Cindric’s new mustache has fans doing double takes. The 2025 look has drawn comparisons to Dale Earnhardt Sr., and fans can’t unsee it.
Between his roasting skills, new look, and strong performances (like his impressive Rolex 24 showing), Cindric is quickly becoming one of NASCAR’s most entertaining personalities—on and off the track.
So, is Austin Cindric the next great NASCAR funny man? With Dale Jr. cheering him on, it sure looks like it. And honestly, NASCAR could use a little more of that old-school, lighthearted fun. 🎭🔥🏁
