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Chastain’s Risky Move at Circuit of Americas Sparks Controversy, Kevin Harvick Weighs In

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 6, 2025
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Chastain’s Risky Move at Circuit of Americas Sparks Controversy, Kevin Harvick Weighs In

Mar 2, 2025; Austin, Texas, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Elliott (9) is followed by NASCAR Cup Series driver Ross Chastain (1) during the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Harms-Imagn Images

Kevin Harvick, a veteran in the world of NASCAR, has issued a damning verdict on Ross Chastain’s contentious conduct during the inaugural road course of the season at the Circuit of the Americas race. Chastain’s overly aggressive play on the very first lap resulted in Chase Elliott dropping a staggering 33 spots, a move that Harvick has labeled as the “worst move of the race.”

The controversial incident unfolded when Chastain, driving the #1 car, came in too aggressively on turn one, causing a collision with Elliott’s #9 car, resulting in a spin-out. The aftermath of this reckless act saw not only Elliott, but also Denny Hamlin, Todd Gilliland, and even Chastain’s Trackhouse teammate, Connor Zilisch, who was making his Cup debut, suffering significant damage to their vehicles.

Harvick, analyzing Chastain’s move on the ‘Happy Hour’ podcast episode, deemed it as overzealous. He drew parallels with his previous interactions with Max Papis, an Italian motorsport driver and a close friend of Harvick. Harvick questioned Chastain’s audacity in attempting to pass so many cars and taking such risks on the very first lap of the race.

Elliott, despite the initial setback, managed to pull off an impressive P4 finish, showcasing his prowess on the road course. Chastain, on the other hand, despite having the potential for top-5 speed, sabotaged his own chances due to the crash.

The incident has also put Chastain in a precarious position with Hendrick Motorsports. Rick Hendrick had previously warned him in 2023 to exercise caution after he caused multiple wrecks involving Kyle Larson. Hendrick had stated unequivocally, “If you wreck us, you’re going to get it back.”

Adding to this, Chastain has a history of run-ins with Elliott. Instances at the Texas Motor Speedway in 2022, the Phoenix race, and the Atlanta Spring race are all testament to their tumultuous relationship on the track.

This time, however, Elliott was prepared to retaliate. Alan Gustafson, Elliott’s crew chief, had given him the go-ahead to respond in kind. However, in a surprising turn of events, Chastain decided to steer clear and let Elliott pass in the final laps, leaving the NASCAR community in a state of shock.

Post-race, Chastain refused to comment on the incident. Elliott, too, remained largely silent, saying, “Just a crazy day. Got run over in the first corner…” Dale Earnhardt Jr., however, believes that Chastain should have broken his silence and owned up to his mistake.

The lingering tension between Chastain and Elliott is now a critical subplot to watch out for in the upcoming Phoenix race. Will Elliott retaliate? Will Chastain continue his aggressive tactics? Only time will tell.

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