Kevin Harvick is a highly successful driver at Texas Motor Speedway. The race track has been a constant presence on the NASCAR calendar since the 1990s and, although it underwent a reconfiguration in 2017, it remains a favorite among fans and drivers. In his podcast, Harvick discussed the unique and challenging characteristics of the track compared to other circuits.
Harvick has secured three victories at the renowned Texas Speedway, establishing himself as one of the most talented drivers on the oval. However, drivers have criticized the wide and bumpy turns at Texas since the reconfiguration, comparing them more to a street circuit than a traditional track.
Contrary to this sentiment, the former Cup champion believes that Texas Speedway is genuinely distinctive. The track’s reform has made it more intriguing and peculiar for drivers, offering numerous passing opportunities due to its wide turns. Additionally, the steep banking of the track helps drivers maintain momentum in the turns. Consequently, Texas Speedway serves as an ideal location to test a driver’s skills due to its diverse nature, according to Harvick.
As the season began, Harvick secured a top five finish at Daytona, setting a precedent for subsequent races. However, since then, the 23XI driver has not been able to achieve his goals and has yet to reach the podium. However, considering Harvick’s past performances on the one and a half mile track, he believes that Wallace is a driver to keep an eye on at Texas.
Harvick aún elaboró en su creencia de que Texas y Kansas son dos de las pistas más fuertes para el joven piloto. Además, la 23XI Racing ha mostrado una tendencia ascendente recientemente, acercándose cada vez más al top tres. Es altamente probable que el piloto número 23 conquiste un lugar en el podio, o incluso una victoria, en esta pista especial.
Actualmente, Wallace ocupa la 12ª posición en la clasificación. Sin embargo, con 18 carreras restantes en la temporada, puede que no asegure un lugar en los playoffs sin ganar una carrera, como lo hizo la temporada pasada. Wallace tiene como objetivo llegar a los playoffs este año y avanzar más allá de la Ronda de los 12. Para lograrlo, debe asegurar una victoria en la carrera.
