Ty Gibbs was penalized for speeding and had to serve a pass-through on pit road. Truck racing in Vegas usually means 1 of 2 things. "But then I am sitting there as the leader and I'm like, 'Man, I am a sitting duck. With 50 laps remaining, Blaney remained out front leading a single-file line of about 10 cars. Daytona 500 starting grid: How they line up for NASCAR Cup Series opener. 16 @QTP_Inc @KauligRacing @chevrolet Camaro. Todd Bodine slammed the wall early in his 800th career NASCAR start and the final scheduled one of his career. One caveat: NASCAR's regular-season points leader in the Truck series 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. 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. 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. Majeski, Crafton, Rhodes and Eckes all drive for ThorSport Racing. Links. 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. Amidst a near-crash for youngster Derek Kraus, the driver of the No. 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. 16 Chevrolet Camaro for Kaulig Racing and part-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, driving the No. More AP auto racing: https://apnews.com/hub/auto-racing and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. Tanner Gray continues a silently consistent season and is second after two races also six points behind the leader. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. This is part of the game.. 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 It was Chandler Smith that scored the jackpot in Las Vegas, but fellow surname holder Zane Smith was one lap short of scoring a second-consecutive Truck Series win in 2022. Ive been here before. 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. "Long day. Why Bubba Wallaces Talladega win is such a big moment for NASCAR. He led 49 of 60 laps on the 2-mile tri-oval track. Only four non-chartered cars will successfully qualify for the race, meaning that Smiths Daytona 500 debut might not come in 2023. "Third time's the charm," Smith said after the race. NASCAR TV Schedule: March . How NASCAR is gearing up for its "biggest change" in 2022. How NASCAR is gearing up for its "biggest change" in 2022, Logano didnt brake check anyone in Fontana NASCAR Cup restart chaos, Logano denies blame in restart chaos At the halfway mark, Blaney remained out front followed by Wallace and Logano but more than half the field still had to make a pit stop. Smith recognized a problem the one that would keep him out of the Daytona 500 before he even strapped in behind the wheel. 38 Ford for Front Row Motorsports. However, Busch rallied back to battle his former employee and had a run for the lead spot on the bottom. That doesnt make him incapable of grasping the obvious, which gives him a leg up on the NASCAR brain trust. I'm interested in (please check all that apply). A two-time Truck Series champion, Bodine ran a limited schedule the past few seasons. Can the 58-year-old Bodine really go out this way? That opens the door for Smith to score some wins as a rookie. Point Report:A win on Friday night grants Chandler Smith a spot in the Truck Series playoffs in 2022 and the points lead after two races. 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. https://t.co/3A53tNOCuI, FOX: NASCAR (@NASCARONFOX) March 5, 2022. Three or more missing (or not tightened to the wheel) lug nuts is a DQ per 2019 rule update. NASCAR Mailbox: Did We Get Backstage Passes to Kyle Larson Show at Auto Club? "We certainly have momentum on or side winning two of the last three," Majeski said. He led 49 of 60 laps on the 2-mile tri-oval track. Bowman, by winning the pole for the Daytona 500 on Wednesday night, also started on the pole . He made his NASCAR debut in a Busch Series race (now Xfinity) and finished 27th on Sept. 21, 1986 at Martinsville Speedway. His 175.022 mph qualifying lap was 6 mph slower than polesitter Alex Bowman and dead last among cars making it onto the track. "I had a lot of work to do," Rhodes said. Ty Majeski, Rhodes, and Friesen finish the top five. The 19-year-old crossed over using the momentum he had gathered by using the same top lane his truck owner had attempted to use. Chandler Smith, Zane Smith, Ty Majeski and Ben Rhodes, from left, pose with the trophy before the NASCAR Truck Series auto race Friday, Nov. 4, 2022, in Avondale. 84 Legacy Motor Club Chevrolet. A wreck from stage sweeper Rhodes capped off a pattern of cautions and triggered a restart with 24 laps to go. 16 car!Or, you know, something better than a top-10 #CS16 pic.twitter.com/UAfiGFD2Yp. Crafton will race for a fourth series championship. Thinkin' Out Loud: NASCAR, Is It Too Late to Reconsider about Auto Club? 2-Headed Monster: Is Kyle Busch Still Viewed as NASCARs Villain? Both Chandler Smith and Ricky Stenhouse Jr. were penalized by NASCAR for speeding on pit road and both had to do a pass-through on pit road. ET on Wednesday, February 15. Fought a really tough truck. The run to the championship opens Friday at Indianapolis Raceway Park. I couldn't do anything I do on the track without the support of my family behind me!Looking forward to racing at @AutoClubSpdwy this Saturday in the No. With Rhodes stealing the stage shows, KBM capitalized when he pitted and occupied the top three early in the final stage. You wouldnt know it by looking at the stages winner, but Kyle Busch Motorsports was the team to beat all night. He finished last in 36th place at Pocono. Smith, who clinched the 2022 regular season title in the Truck Series, will return to another fulltime season in the No. At the start of the final lap, Bell and his No. https://t.co/Ja87SEoz1x pic.twitter.com/WQ2MK3PIXw. He made his NASCAR debut in a Busch Series race (now Xfinity) and finished 27th on Sept. 21, 1986, at Martinsville Speedway. COLLEGE FOOTBALL ATLANTA (AP) Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter, projected as one of the top players in next months NFL draft, has been charged with reckless driving and racing in conjunction with the crash that killed offensive lineman Devin Willock and a recruiting staff member. Its definitely not how we wanted this to go, he said. 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. LONG POND, Pa. -- Zane Smith clinched the regular-season NASCAR Truck Series championship and Chandler Smith took the checkered flag Saturday at Pocono Raceway. "I've pretty much figured out every way to lose one. Michael Dunlop announces Isle of Man TT 2023 plans, Michael Dunlop announces Isle of Man TT 2023 plans Weve been going through a little bit of a struggle recently, Chandler Smith said. He finished last in 36th place at Pocono. Weve been going through a little bit of a struggle recently, Chandler Smith said. You may occasionally receive promotional content from the San Diego Union-Tribune. C. Smith wins Truck race at Pocono; playoffs set, Kurt Busch still not cleared from July concussion, Nemechek wins final NASCAR race at Fontana, Ky. 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Busch apologizes for gun violations in Mexico, NASCAR's 2023 season will be a year of change, Daly, Mayweather team up for Daytona 500 run, Truex Jr. wins in NASCAR's return to LA Coliseum. pic.twitter.com/UDbRSeB71b. Heck, maybe Ill have to make 801, he said. 67 23XI Racing Toyota, and Jimmie Johnsons No. If we had practice, wed be able to identify a problem and fix it before qualifying.. He made his NASCAR debut in a Busch Series race (now Xfinity) and finished 27th on Sept. 21, 1986 at Martinsville Speedway. ET on FOX Sports 1. I knew I only had to get a couple of points, to clinch, Smith said. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri) Last summer, Front Row Motorsports announced that Zane Smith, who went on to win the 2022 NASCAR Truck Series championship for the team, would compete in select races for the organization. The two Smiths were side-by-side under the white banner as they crossed the line for the last lap. 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Elizabeth Szokol has shot an 8-under-64 for a three-stroke lead after the first round of the Womens World Championship in Singapore, Raegan Beers scored 18 points making 8 of 9 foul shots and Adlee Blacklock scored 15 and No. 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/. Heck, maybe Ill have to make 801, he said. "We knew we had to have a solid truck to just not completely bank on points," Smith said. AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) It took overtime in his third attempt for Zane Smith to finally win a NASCAR championship. Fought a really tough truck. They say Zane Smith was DQd due to a lug nut violation. 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. Chandler Smith 4.750. Zane Smith 2.500. 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. . With the rust shaken off, Bodine will return at Darlington Raceway in a few months to resume his quest for 800-career NASCAR starts. 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. After a spin on lap 56 and making initial contact with the wall, Bodine remained in the back for a while trying to pick up the pieces. 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 However, the problem for the KBM team was the return of Zane Smith, who recovered from his speeding penalty to rally back into the top five. 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. He made his NASCAR debut in a Busch Series race (now Xfinity) and finished 27th on Sept. 21, 1986 at Martinsville Speedway. I'm glad we're on to the playoffs and ready to get this season started.". Five laps in, Blaney maintained a small lead over Chastain, who was coming on strong in the outside lane. In his relatively brief racing career, Smith owns six wins in Trucks and four in the ARCA Menards Series, all since 2018. Chandler Smith, attempting to make his Cup Series debut with Kaulig Racing, failed to make the field. Ive been here before. Weve been going through a little bit of a struggle recently, Chandler Smith said. 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 "Heck, maybe I'll have to make 801," he said. I knew I only had to get a couple of points, to clinch, Smith said. Zane Smith holds off Ben Rhodes in the closing laps at Phoenix. He competes full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, driving the No. NASCAR issues new Cup rules package for road courses, short tracks, How NASCAR is gearing up for its "biggest change" in 2022, How NASCAR is preparing for 2022 car Dalton Hopkins began writing for Frontstretch in April 2021. Zane Smith opened his fourth season in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series with a win at Daytona. We always felt that he was the next breakthrough star in the sport, and he has been proving that this season. He called his shot before his Daytona 500 dream blew up. 18+, UK residents only, T&Cs Apply, Gamble Responsibly. Can the 58-year-old Bodine really go out this way? 50 The Money Team Racing Chevrolet, Austin Hills 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. We want to allow Zane to highlight what many have seen him do this year at the elite level, said the teams general manager Jerry Freeze. Its definitely not how we wanted this to go, he said. In order to keep delivering our expert journalism, our website uses advertising. Chandler Smith entered Saturday's determining race with a 27-point cushion over Rhodes, the winner of last year's championship, and a 12-point lead over Zane Smith. That sent him to the back of the field for the twin duels, where Smith failed to advance to the Sunday field. 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