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Cleetus McFarland’s Epic Talladega Triumph: From Chaos to Top Ten Heroics

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
April 26, 2025
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Cleetus McFarland’s Epic Talladega Triumph: From Chaos to Top Ten Heroics

Apr 26, 2025; Talladega, Alabama, USA; ARCA Series driver Cleetus McFarland (30) and ARCA Series driver Eric Caudell (7) at Talladega Superspeedway. Mandatory Credit: Jason Allen-Imagn Images

Cleetus McFarland’s Epic Comeback at ARCA Talladega Race

In a nail-biting ARCA Talladega adventure, while Lawless Alan secured his first ARCA win, the spotlight was also on YouTuber Cleetus McFarland, who managed to clinch a remarkable top-ten finish driving the No. 30 Rette Jones Racing Ford. Known off the track as Garrett Mitchell, McFarland dazzled fans with his performance at the infamous superspeedway, capturing the attention of nearly 70,000 viewers with an exhilarating in-car camera experience.

McFarland’s journey in the ARCA series has been nothing short of eventful. Making his debut at Daytona earlier this year, he faced multiple wrecks and ended the race in 30th place due to a Did Not Finish (DNF) result. However, Talladega proved to be a redemption story for the popular internet personality, although not without its fair share of drama.

Despite a shaky start where he forgot his HANS Device on the grid and faced delays rolling off the pit lane, McFarland quickly surged from 24th place to break into the top ten positions. However, his fortunes took a turn as his car began to struggle with an apparent engine issue, causing him to slip back to 20th place and lose the leading pack’s draft. The team diagnosed a problem with the valve train, advising McFarland to tread carefully to prevent a complete breakdown of the car.

Undeterred, McFarland exhibited true grit as he battled back from adversity, gradually working his way back to the front of the field. A heart-stopping moment occurred towards the end of the race when two cars collided right in front of him on the backstretch, narrowly avoiding a catastrophic collision as debris struck his car. Displaying quick reflexes and skillful maneuvering, McFarland skillfully dodged the danger, celebrating his evasion under caution with pumped fists and adrenaline-fueled excitement.

Reflecting on his race experience in his signature style, McFarland humorously credited his sleeveless attire for aiding in his escape from the late-race mayhem, quipping, “Tucked one of my wings and just dodged right out of there.”

The race culminated in a high-stakes one-lap dash in overtime, with McFarland restarting in 14th place. Despite another wreck triggered by a slow car before Turn 1, McFarland expertly navigated the chaos to climb back to a commendable 10th place as the caution flag signaled the end of the race.

In a candid post-race interview, McFarland shared insights into the race, revealing technical issues with the engine and showcasing his determination to stay competitive despite challenges on the track. Expressing his interest in returning to stock car racing and hinting at a potential appearance in the fall ARCA race at Talladega, McFarland’s resilient spirit and passion for motorsports continue to captivate audiences worldwide.

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