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Dale Earnhardt Jr. lauds JRM rookies for stellar performance in chaotic Xfinity race

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
June 28, 2025
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Dale Earnhardt Jr. lauds JRM rookies for stellar performance in chaotic Xfinity race

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is recognized as the pace car driver before the start of the 103rd running of the Indy 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Sunday, May 26, 2019. 103rd Runnning Of The Indy 500 At Indianapolis Motor Speedway Sunday May 26 2019

Dale Earnhardt Jr. Applauds JRM Rookies for Stellar Performance in Chaotic Xfinity Race

Former NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. has praised his team’s rookie drivers for their exceptional performance at the recent Xfinity race held at EchoPark Speedway. The race, known as the Focused Health 250, was filled with drama, including weather delays, lightning holds, and multiple cautions, making it a challenging event for all drivers.

Carson Kvapil and Connor Zilisch, both part of JR Motorsports, stood out during the chaotic race by securing second and fourth place, outperforming even defending Xfinity Champion Justin Allgaier. Despite facing tough competition and unexpected events, the young drivers showcased their talent and determination on the track.

The race took an unexpected turn towards the end when a major wreck reshaped the standings, allowing Nick Sanchez of Big Machine Racing to claim his first career Xfinity Series win. Sanchez strategically regained the lead from Kvapil after a late restart, leading to an intense finish with less than ten laps to go.

Kvapil, who had previously achieved a top-10 finish at Pocono, demonstrated resilience by starting the race from the back of the field and narrowly missing out on the victory. Expressing his disappointment, Kvapil mentioned, “To be that close really does sting. I couldn’t really generate a run there. I didn’t feel like we had enough cars nose-to-tail and organized.”

On the other hand, Allgaier faced challenges during the race and finished in 31st place after being involved in a multi-car wreck. Despite the setback, Allgaier remains a strong contender in the Xfinity Series, leading the points standings with three wins and 10 top-five finishes so far this season.

In a surprising turn of events, Earnhardt Jr. recently filled in for a suspended crew chief and shared his disapproval of a controversial celebration technique. The NASCAR legend expressed his skepticism towards drivers climbing out of the roof hatch, suggesting it could be a form of cheating to gain a speed advantage.

Looking ahead, the Xfinity Series is gearing up for the next race at the Chicago Street Course, promising more thrilling moments and intense competition on the track. Stay tuned for the latest updates and highlights from the world of NASCAR as drivers continue to push the limits of speed and skill in pursuit of victory.

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