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Ty Gibbs and Chris Gabehart’s Explosive Radio Clash: Inside Joe Gibbs Racing’s Heated Race Drama

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
August 11, 2025
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Ty Gibbs and Chris Gabehart’s Explosive Radio Clash: Inside Joe Gibbs Racing’s Heated Race Drama

NASCAR Cup Series driver Ty Gibbs (54) sits in his car Sunday, July 27, 2025, after the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Tensions Erupt in the Cockpit: Ty Gibbs and Chris Gabehart Clash During Watkins Glen Race

In a dramatic turn of events during the recent Cup Series race at Watkins Glen, tempers flared between rising star Ty Gibbs and Chris Gabehart, the competition director at Joe Gibbs Racing. The intensity reached a boiling point as Gibbs struggled to maintain control of his No. 54 JGR Toyota Camry, ultimately leading to a dismal P33 finish—his third consecutive outing outside the top 20.

With 34 laps remaining, Gibbs was in a precarious position, grappling with rear grip issues that left him frustrated and desperate for a solution. “We’re fd right now, so we’ve got to do something different,” he shouted over the team radio, reflecting the urgency of the moment. However, Gabehart’s response was pointed and filled with palpable tension, “Well, I’m sure you’ve got a real good understanding of that from inside the car…so you can call the strategy if you want or we can keep rolling. But I (would) do the best I could to go as fast as I can.”

Gabehart later elaborated on the heated exchange, explaining the high-pressure environment that both the driver and the team were navigating. “Of course, it’s heated. It’s a hot day, and the driver’s working his butt off in there and doesn’t know the details of who’s on what for strategy,” he stated. The complexity of the race, particularly following a caution in Stage 2 that split the field, added to the confusion and frustration for all involved.

This incident marks a troubling low for Gibbs, whose performance at Watkins Glen was reminiscent of his struggles earlier in the season, specifically during the COTA race in March. Currently, he finds himself in 17th place in the NASCAR Cup Series standings, accumulating 493 points, along with four top-fives and six top-10 finishes. Notably, he remains the sole JGR driver still in contention for the playoffs, a fact that adds further pressure to his on-track performance.

Looking ahead, Ty Gibbs is set to take a significant step in his racing career as he prepares to assume ownership of the No. 54 Xfinity Series car in 2025. This announcement, made back in October 2024, solidified Gibbs’ status within the sport, particularly as his grandfather, Joe Gibbs, is a revered figure in NASCAR history. The decision to bring on Taylor Gray as the full-time driver for the No. 54 Toyota GR Supra has sparked excitement and anticipation among fans and team members alike.

Gray, who has been paired with seven-time race-winning crew chief Tyler Allen, expressed gratitude for the opportunity, stating, “I am very thankful for this opportunity. I feel like I have learned a lot in the races I have run this year, and we can build on that next season.” The 2025 season is shaping up to be crucial, as Gray currently stands ninth in the driver standings, having secured six top-fives and 11 top-10 finishes despite still seeking his first win.

As the racing world eagerly anticipates the next showdown at Daytona International Speedway for the Wawa 250 on August 22, all eyes will be on Ty Gibbs, not only to improve his standing in the Cup Series but also to navigate the complexities of team dynamics and emerging leadership in the sport. With live coverage set to air on CW at 7:30 PM ET, fans can expect an electrifying race that may redefine Gibbs’ trajectory in NASCAR.

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