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Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Sparks Drama Again at Chili Bowl Nationals with Logan Seavey Collision

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
January 18, 2025
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Ricky Stenhouse Jr. Sparks Drama Again at Chili Bowl Nationals with Logan Seavey Collision

Nov 10, 2024; Avondale, Arizona, USA; NASCAR Cup Series driver Ricky Stenhouse Jr (47) during the NASCAR Cup Series Championship race at Phoenix Raceway. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

ASCAR fans were hit with a sense of déjà vu as Ricky Stenhouse Jr. found himself at the center of another on-track altercation—this time during the Chili Bowl Nationals. While no punches were thrown as in his infamous clash with Kyle Busch, the aftermath of Stenhouse’s collision with Logan Seavey left fans buzzing about his fiery on-track antics.

The Incident: A Misjudged Bump Turns Chaotic

In Friday’s Chili Bowl qualifier, tensions boiled over as Stenhouse Jr. and Seavey clashed during the final moments of the race. Logan Seavey crossed the line in fourth, with Stenhouse following in fifth, but it wasn’t their finishing positions that grabbed attention—it was Stenhouse’s car climbing on top of Seavey’s after a misjudged “payback” maneuver.

Stenhouse admitted post-race that frustration had gotten the better of him. According to the NASCAR Cup Series driver, Seavey’s aggressive moves during the race had pushed him over the edge. However, what was intended as a simple tap to the rear bumper turned into an unexpected collision.

Stenhouse Jr.’s Explanation

Speaking candidly about the incident, Stenhouse Jr. clarified that the collision wasn’t intentional but acknowledged his role in the debacle:

“I got used up by Seavey and was gonna repay my frustrations with a tag to his rear bumper. When he slowed down, I caught his left rear. Not ideal. Not what I was expecting to do.”

Stenhouse expressed disappointment in how Seavey raced him for fourth place, suggesting the move was unnecessary given Seavey’s expertise at the Chili Bowl.

“I wasn’t really thrilled. I thought he’s good enough here that he’d hit the bottom and not use me up for fourth. I don’t know. Watched all week. I should’ve expected it, I guess.”

Fans React to the Chaos

The incident reignited discussions about Stenhouse Jr.’s fiery temperament and aggressive racing style. Some fans sympathized with his frustration, pointing to Seavey’s aggressive tactics. Others, however, criticized Stenhouse for letting emotions cloud his judgment.

A Pattern of On-Track Drama

This isn’t the first time Stenhouse Jr. has been in the spotlight for on-track altercations. His history with Kyle Busch, where a heated exchange turned physical, still lingers in fans’ memories. While Friday’s incident didn’t escalate to that level, it added another chapter to Stenhouse’s reputation for high-intensity racing—sometimes to a fault.

Looking Ahead

While Justin Grant claimed victory in the qualifier, the drama between Stenhouse and Seavey overshadowed the racing action. For Stenhouse, the Chili Bowl incident serves as yet another reminder of the thin line between calculated aggression and costly mistakes.

As Stenhouse shifts focus to the rest of the Chili Bowl Nationals and the upcoming NASCAR season, fans will be watching closely to see if he can keep his emotions in check—or if more fireworks are on the horizon.

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