A bad week or the dark horse from F1 testing? Zane Smith opened his fourth season in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series with a win at Daytona. Ryan Blaney ended up third, Chris Buescher fourth and Michael McDowell fifth. From Formula 1 to MotoGP we report straight from the paddock because we love our sport, just like you. Theres no guarantee Smith would have made the field with the help of a practice session, but it couldnt have hurt. We will announce those races later once the 2023 schedules are announced. I've wrecked before. NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? The 36 chartered entries, including Gillilands No. 38 Ford with Todd Gilliland, non-chartered entries, of which there are six, Only four non-chartered cars will successfully qualify for the race, Buescher was sidelined due to COVID-19 protocols. He made 241 career Cup starts, 333 in the second-tier Xfinity Series, and Saturday marked his 226th in the Truck series. Crafton will race for a fourth series championship. Zane Smith was the Truck Series runner-up in each of the past two seasons and hoped his success he has three wins over the first 16 races can better position him to win his first championship. By the end of the night, all three had led a total of 96 out of 134 laps in the 200-mile event. He led 49 of 60 laps on the 2-mile tri-oval track. Truckin Thursdays: Ironman Matt Crafton Ready To Shake Off the Rust. 18+, UK residents only, T&Cs Apply, Gamble Responsibly. It threw off his RPMs that NASCAR drivers use to gauge their pit road speed, and the veteran sped through multiple sections. ET on Thursday, February 16. Ive been here before. 84 Legacy Motor Club Chevrolet. Two would land their spots in the starting grid by virtue of single-car qualifying on Wednesday. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. With drivers like Chandler Smith and Travis Pastrana having no superspeedway experience in a Next Gen car, that was especially burdensome for the newbies. To boot, the Onion was coming back in the No. Its definitely not how we wanted this to go, he said. 38 Ford, are all locked into the 65th annual running of the Great American Race, but the non-chartered entries, of which there are six, are not, as the field is capped at 40 cars. ET on FOX Sports 1. The other two are set to qualify via their results in the Bluegreen Vacations Duels, which are set to be broadcast live on Fox Sports 1 beginning at 7:00 p.m. Smith, who clinched the 2022 regular season title in the Truck Series, will return to another fulltime season in the No. One of English soccers biggest rivalries resumes at Anfield with the tables turned, Lance Stroll is set to drive for Aston Martin at the Bahrain Grand Prix this week after missing preseason testing due to a wrist injury. Chandler Smith won his second race of the season driving for Kyle Busch Motorsports and is one of only two drivers in the playoff field with multiple wins this season. A big hit for Ben Rhodes in Las Vegas after contact with teammate Ty Majeski. https://t.co/Ja87SEoz1x pic.twitter.com/WQ2MK3PIXw. I knew I only had to get a couple of points, to clinch, Smith said. Chandler Smith (18) leads the pack down the front straight on a restart of the NASCAR Truck Series auto race at Pocono Raceway, Saturday, July 23, 2022 in Long Pond, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum). In this case, it had to do with the lug nuts themselves were to spec., rule 14.16.1 1-4. https://nascar.com/news-media/2022/03/05/no-38-front-row-motorsports-truck-of-zane-smith-disqualified-at-las-vegas/, A daily email update (Monday through Friday) providing racing news, commentary, features, and information from Frontstretch.com, Im not interested, don't show this again, Thad Moffitt Discusses New Truck Series Ride & Being Part of Petty Lineage, Truckin' Thursdays: Todd Bodine Makes NASCAR Truck Series Return at Las Vegas. He made an impromptu debut in the Cup Series earlier this season, substituting for Chris Buescher in the June 5 race at Gateway and finished 17th. Six key themes to follow in the 2022 NASCAR Cup season, How NASCAR had to learn a harsh lesson ahead of Next Gen arrival, How NASCAR had to learn harsh lesson Nineteen year-old Chandler Smith took the lead with two laps remaining and held off 2021 championship contender Zane Smith and the winningest driver in NASCAR national-series history, his team owner Kyle Busch, to win the Victoria's Voice 200 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. "I feel really good about where our team is at. As part of a long-term agreement, Zane Smith will return to the NASCAR Truck Series next season with Front Row Motorsports as well as make appearances in both the Cup and Xfinity series. Despite a rough night, Carson Hocevar runs seventh with Austin Wayne Self and Matt Crafton completing the top nine. NASCAR officials arent wrong in assuming that owners of chartered cars dont want to take unnecessary risks on superspeedways. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. M-Sport hopes Ford's Red Bull F1 partnership can strengthen WRC team, The ex-F1 driver taking on NASCAR with a new team, Marques on taking on NASCAR A two-time Truck Series champion, Bodine ran a limited schedule the past few seasons. 67 23XI Racing Toyota, and Jimmie Johnsons No. 22 TCU held OLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) Felix Okpara had 12 points and 12 rebounds to help Ohio State finish its home schedule with CAMBRIDGE Length and strength. Crafton will race for a fourth series championship. This is part of the game.". This is not where you want to be.' Logano didnt brake check anyone in Fontana NASCAR Cup restart chaos, Logano the NASCAR Daytona 500 runner-up: "Second is the worst", Logano comes up one short in the 500 Copyright The Intelligencer | https://www.theintelligencer.net | 1500 Main Street, Wheeling, WV 26003 | 304-233-0100. https://t.co/9KhKU1Sokz pic.twitter.com/8UNIUXHZIv. Eckes tried to throw a block, but it was too late. EyesonXfinity:Has John Hunter Nemecheks Trophy Hunting Paid Off? Fought a really tough truck. From Formula 1 to MotoGP we report straight from the paddock because we love our sport, just like you. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. 36/38 Ford Mustangs for FRM. The execution of this race is everything because you know most likely there won't be a caution so you've got to do a good job on pit road, cycle yourself to the front," Logano said. That opens the door for Smith to score some wins as a rookie. At the start of the final lap, Bell and his No. RELATED: Chandler Smith wins at Las Vegas. Chandler Smith darted quickly to the bottom and took the lead from the FRM driver while entering turn 3, and that was all she wrote. It was a battle of Smiths to the checkered, with Chandler Smith winning it for KBM as team owner Busch finished third. With Eckes out of contention, it set up a thrilling battle for the win with less than 10 laps to go. The drivers rounded out the championship-deciding final four on points. Chandler Smith moved up to block his employer, and Zane Smith was able to clear the Toyota onto the backstretch. Its definitely not how we wanted this to go, he said. Heck, maybe Ill have to make 801, he said. If we lived in a perfect world, wed have practice before qualifying, because whos to say we dont have a problem right off the bat and then we have to race our way in? Chandler Smith said, according to The Athletic. More AP auto racing: https://apnews.com/hub/auto-racing and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports, Chandler Smith (18) leads the pack down the front straight on a restart of the NASCAR Truck Series auto race at Pocono Raceway, Saturday, July 23, 2022 in Long Pond, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum), Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. Las Vegas Qualifying Order: March 2022 (NASCAR Cup Series) Las Vegas Qualifying Order: October 2022 (NASCAR) Auto Club Qualifying Order: February 2023. At best, some teams might send their drivers out for a few laps in a Tuesday or Wednesday practice just to be sure the car came off the hauler without an obvious problem. Zane Smith 2.500. One caveat: NASCARs Trucks regular-season points leader has not won the season championship in each of the past four years. Smith has one race of Cup Series experience to his name, having replacing Chris Buescher behind the wheel of the No. Got a question or observation about racing? I'm interested in (please check all that apply). Chandler Smith outdueled Zane Smith after a late-race restart to take his third career NASCAR Camping World Truck Series victory and first win of 2022 on Friday, March 4 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Ive wrecked before. Zane Smith, Front Row Motorsports, Daytona 500, NASCAR (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images). Zane Smith's DQ drops him to a last-place finish and as a result he will be scored in 36th for the second race of the season. Todd Bodine slammed the wall early in his 800th career NASCAR start and the final scheduled one of his career. pic.twitter.com/UDbRSeB71b. UK MPs express "grave concerns" over FIA and F1 role in "sportswashing", M-Sport hopes Ford's Red Bull F1 partnership can strengthen WRC team, M-Sport hopes Ford's Red Bull F1 partnership can strengthen WRC team However, the Bob Jenkins-owned team plan to enter three cars for the 200-lap race around the four-turn, 2.5-mile (4.023-kilometer) high-banked Daytona Beach, Florida oval. LONG POND, Pa. (AP) Zane Smith clinched the regular season NASCAR Truck Series championship and Chandler Smith took the checkered flag Saturday at Pocono Raceway. How Larson took the long way round to NASCAR Cup glory, Why Bubba Wallaces Talladega win is such a big moment for NASCAR, Why Wallaces win is huge for NASCAR Unfortunately for the Front Row Motorsports driver, he became subject to a pit road speeding penalty which put him behind late in the event and out of contention. Can the 58-year-old Bodine really go out this way? With eight laps to go, Rhodes was battling side by side with teammate Matt Crafton but pulled ahead for a sixth-place finish. Five laps in, Blaney maintained a small lead over Chastain, who was coming on strong in the outside lane. Daytona 500 starting grid: How they line up for NASCAR Cup Series opener. "I've pretty much figured out every way to lose one. A two-time Truck Series champion, Bodine ran a limited schedule the past few seasons. Zane Smith, Chandler Smith, Ben Rhodes, John Hunter Nemechek, Stewart Friesen, Christian Eckes, Ty Majeski, Carson Hocevar, Grant Enfinger and Matt Crafton are in the playoffs. That sent him to the back of the field for the twin duels, where Smith failed to advance to the Sunday field. Links. Truck racing in Vegas usually means 1 of 2 things. Weve been going through a little bit of a struggle recently, Chandler Smith said. The ex-F1 driver taking on NASCAR with a new team, The early benefits and challenges of NASCAR's Next Gen car, Pros and cons of Next Gen Cup car Bodine had gone multiple laps down late in the event and was well in the back of the field. Austin Hill 3.800. Las Vegas . Not many expected Bodine to be competing for the win in his first race of the year, but Friday night was meant to be a great opportunity for the veteran to shake off the rust accumulated over the course of almost nine years. Zane Smith and Chandler Smith (they are not related), Ben Rhodes, John Hunter Nemechek, Stewart Friesen, Christian Eckes, Ty Majeski, Carson Hocevar, Grant Enfinger and Matt Crafton are. Todd Bodine slammed the wall early in his 800th career NASCAR start and the final scheduled one of his career. Can the 58-year-old Bodine really go out this way? I knew I only had to get a couple of points, to clinch, Smith said. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. You have come to the ESPN Africa edition, for other ESPN editions, click above. Ty Dillon was forced to pit with four laps to go and had a tire get loose during his stop. Michael Dunlop announces Isle of Man TT 2023 plans, UK MPs express "grave concerns" over FIA and F1 role in "sportswashing", UK MPs express "grave concerns" over FIA and F1 role in "sportswashing" Chandler Smith won his second race of the season driving for Kyle Busch Motorsports and is one of only two drivers in the playoff field with multiple wins this season. Smith has. More AP auto racing: https://apnews.com/hub/auto-racing and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports. "We've been going through a little bit of a struggle recently," Chandler Smith said. Heck, maybe Ill have to make 801, he said. Majeski wins at Homestead, Championship 4 field is set. The two Smiths were side-by-side under the white banner as they crossed the line for the last lap. 2-Headed Monster: Is Kyle Busch Still Viewed as NASCARs Villain? He is currently second in the playoff standings heading into the series next race, Sept. 9 at Kansas. Chandler Smith, Zane Smith and Ben Rhodes became the final drivers to punch their tickets to the NASCAR Truck Series finale next month when Ty Majeski, already in the title race, won after Saturday's race at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Long day. Chris Rice, AJ Allmendinger Reflect on Having Fun, Kaulig Racing Growth & 2023, Thinkin' Out Loud at Daytona: Same Stuff, Different Daytona 500 (for Kyle Busch Too), Chandler Smith Outduels Zane Smith, Kyle Busch for Truck Series Win at Las Vegas, Daily Fantasy NASCAR DraftKings Forecast: 2022 Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas, https://nascar.com/news-media/2022/03/05/no-38-front-row-motorsports-truck-of-zane-smith-disqualified-at-las-vegas/. Michael Dunlop announces Isle of Man TT 2023 plans, UK MPs express "grave concerns" over FIA and F1 role in "sportswashing", UK MPs express "grave concerns" over FIA and F1 role in "sportswashing" Las Vegas . How Penske's rookie sensation opened NASCAR's new era in style, Six key themes to follow in the 2022 NASCAR Cup season, Six key themes to follow in 2022 Series regular winners: Zane Smith (Daytona), Chandler Smith (Las Vegas), Todd Bodine is back in the Truck series , A lot of good trucks, including the 91, 1, 61 and 38 collected damage on the restart. One of the perks Chandler Smith landed when he signed to drive in the Xfinity Series for Kaulig Racing was that the team agreed to put him in an extra Cup Series car for last weekends Daytona 500. Spencer Boyd (@SpencerBoyd) March 5, 2022, Burnout 10/10 @CSmithDrive | @NASCAR_Trucks #VictoriasVoice200 | @KBMteam pic.twitter.com/NMeD97sNdi, Las Vegas Motor Speedway (@LVMotorSpeedway) March 5, 2022, Atta boy @CSmithDrive. 00:20. He's not a huge name in NASCAR just yet, but Chandler Smith is working his way through the ranks. Later Saturday at Homestead-Miami, drivers will continue battling for the three remaining spots in next month's Xfinity championship race. 13 Kaulig Chevrolet, Conor Dalys No. Three or more missing (or not tightened to the wheel) lug nuts is a DQ per 2019 rule update. Luckily, there is a silver lining to being in the back of the field its away from trouble. He finished last in 36th place at Pocono. The early benefits and challenges of NASCAR's Next Gen car, How Penske's rookie sensation opened NASCAR's new era in style, How Cindric won the Daytona 500 This is part of the game.. Zane Smith holds off Ben Rhodes in the closing laps at Phoenix. He made 241 career Cup starts, 333 in the second-tier Xfinity Series, and Saturday marked his 226th in the Truck Series. With 50 laps remaining, Blaney remained out front leading a single-file line of about 10 cars. Zane Smith restarted with the advantage over Chandler Smith on the final restart and with two laps to go, had him cleared on the backstretch. 38 Ford with Todd Gilliland, who was once set to be a full-time driver for the second straight year, throughout the season. You wouldnt know it by looking at the stages winner, but Kyle Busch Motorsports was the team to beat all night. The other two spots would be decided through the twin duels on Thursday. Zane Smith and Chandler Smith (they are not related), Ben Rhodes, John Hunter Nemechek, Stewart Friesen, Christian Eckes, Ty Majeski, Carson Hocevar, Grant Enfinger and Matt Crafton are in the . Bodine was given a speeding penalty and was sent to the rear of the field. Its racing. In regular season standings, he is 12th. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. Saying "hello" to an early flight to Fontana, Calif. tomorrow.Let's grab our first top-10 of the season Saturday at @AutoClubSpdwy for the @KauligRacing No. 13 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Kaulig Racing. "Racing is the best medicine" for NASCAR's Max Gutierrez, NASCAR issues new Cup rules package for road courses, short tracks, NASCAR announces new rules package After John Hunter Nemechek, team owner Busch and Chandler Smith all swept the top three starting positions in the days time trials earlier, the KBM trio remained in the top 10 and were contenders for the lead often. Logano remained out front of a single-file line with five laps to go with Harvick tucked in close behind him. "Then, when (Bell) got to me, I saw (Ryan) Blaney was behind me. Smith recognized a problem the one that would keep him out of the Daytona 500 before he even strapped in behind the wheel. Discover more CRAFTSMAN Trucks Final Laps videos below. Ive wrecked before. He made his NASCAR debut in a Busch Series race (now Xfinity) and finished 27th on Sept. 21, 1986 at Martinsville Speedway. The run to the championship opens Friday at Indianapolis Raceway Park. Ross Chastain signs multi-year contract extension with Trackhouse, Almirola escapes wild NASCAR Duel 2 with win; Daly makes Daytona 500, "Racing is the best medicine" for NASCAR's Max Gutierrez, Gutierrez racing return after loss He competes full-time in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, driving the No. Zane Smith and Chandler Smith (they are not related), Ben Rhodes, John Hunter Nemechek, Stewart Friesen, Christian Eckes, Ty Majeski, Carson Hocevar, Grant Enfinger and Matt Crafton are in the playoffs. He made 241 career Cup starts, 333 in the second-tier Xfinity Series, and Saturday marked his 226th in the Truck Series. Todd Bodine slammed the wall early in his 800th career NASCAR start and the final scheduled one of his career. Front Row Motorsports have entered a third car for Zane Smith for the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season-opening Daytona 500, but he isnt locked into the race. ET on Wednesday, February 15. He made 241 career Cup starts, 333 in the second-tier Xfinity Series, and Saturday marked his 226th in the Truck Series. https://t.co/3A53tNOCuI, FOX: NASCAR (@NASCARONFOX) March 5, 2022. We have a plan laid out for him and our next step will be to put Zane and that team in NASCAR Cup Series races where we know we can be successful. Chandler Smith, attempting to make his Cup Series debut with Kaulig Racing, failed to make the field. Zane Smith was the Truck series runner-up in each of the past two seasons and hoped his success -- he has three wins -- over the first 16 races can better position him to win his first championship. On Lap 31, the rest of the field pit with Logano the first off and moved into the lead. "Just a great job by the Shell-Pennzoil team. 16 @QTP_Inc @KauligRacing @chevrolet Camaro. pic.twitter.com/hPnk9ie4LB, NASCAR Camping World Trucks (@NASCAR_Trucks) March 5, 2022. Sure enough, Smiths Chevy experienced mechanical issues as soon as he took the track. After winning seven ARCA Menards Series races in 2019-20, Smith landed a full-time truck series ride with Kyle Busch Motorsports in 2021 and won twice, including the Championship 4 in Phoenix . Majeski, Crafton, Rhodes and Eckes all drive for ThorSport Racing. In other words, hes racing in his final season with a team that has won in the past and is known for constantly running up front. The 58-year-olds rough night started early after his first visit to pit road in 2022. Finishing behind the duo were Kyle Busch, Stewart Friesen, and Ryan Preece to sum up the top five. "It's racing. 18+, UK residents only, T&Cs Apply, Gamble Responsibly. AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) It took overtime in his third attempt for Zane Smith to finally win a NASCAR championship. When Kaulig Racing made the decision to move AJ Allmendinger to full-time Cup Series duty, the team signed Smith to take over the No. A two-time Truck series champion, Bodine ran a limited schedule the past few seasons. Majeski, Crafton, Rhodes and Eckes all drive for ThorSport Racing. In addition to his No. I guess we are making up for a relatively clean Daytona. "We certainly have momentum on or side winning two of the last three," Majeski said. Currently, he is the lead writer for the weekly Thinkin' Out Loud column and one of our lead reporters. He called his shot before his Daytona 500 dream blew up. 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