Dale Earnhardt Jr Hilariously Discloses How He Got “Chastain’d” at North Wilkesboro

Dale Earnhardt Jr, former NASCAR driver, and current racing commentator, recently shared a hilarious anecdote about his experience racing at North Wilkesboro Speedway. During a recent episode of his podcast, the “Dale Jr Download,” he discussed his participation in the CARS Late Model Stock Tour race at the historic racing circuit.

On Wednesday, May 17, North Wilkesboro Speedway hosted a pair of late-model races to kick off NASCAR All-Star Week. Among the competitors in the Late Model Stock race were notable names like Ross Chastain, Daniel Suarez, Kevin Harvick, Brad Keselowski, and Chase Briscoe. Dale Jr, along with other racing stars like Chase Elliott, William Byron, Noah Gragson, and Jordan Taylor, also took part in the races held that day.

Dale Earnhardt Jr Hilariously Reveals How He Got ‘Chastain’d’

During the podcast episode, Dale Jr shared a humorous incident involving fellow racer Ross Chastain. He revealed that Chastain ran into his left quarter panel late in the race, resulting in some damage to his car. Following the race, Earnhardt Jr took a picture of his quarter panel and sent it to Chastain, jokingly saying, “I got Chastain’d,” referring to the Trackhouse racing driver’s reputation of constantly wrecking drivers during races.

The friendly banter continued as the two racers exchanged messages throughout the week, discussing their cars and the practice sessions. They even encountered each other on the racetrack during practice, engaging in conversations about the performance of their cars. Earnhardt Jr found the whole situation amusing as he said, “I was like man, that’s so funny you know because as a broadcaster and a fan or as someone who’s excited about storyline’s and drama and good things going on in our sport, I’m excited about Chastain and what might happen next right but you know getting out on the race track with him, that’s a different story, you’re like “Oh my goodness.”

However, he admitted that being on the track with Chastain brought a different perspective, as the thought of racing against him evoked a mix of excitement and apprehension.

Although Earnhardt Jr finished the race in 16th place, he described his experience as a victory in itself. He expressed his excitement about being part of the All-Star week and acknowledged the significance of the All-Star race for the Cup Series. Additionally, he highlighted the importance of the CARS Tour being part of such a prominent event, as it brings grassroots racing to the forefront.

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The revival of North Wilkesboro Speedway has been a highlight of the 2023 Cup Series calendar, breathing new life into a historic racetrack. This track, which had fallen into disrepair for over 25 years, has once again become a center of attention for both diehard NASCAR fans and younger audiences.

The 0.625-mile short track has undergone renovations to meet today’s standards, with significant cosmetic and functional upgrades, such as new grandstands and improved facilities for drivers and fans. However, one aspect that remains unchanged is the old, cracked tarmac on the oval itself. NASCAR has aimed to preserve the track’s historic character while modernizing it sufficiently for a successful Cup Series race. Yet, dealing with a track that has been abandoned for the majority of two decades poses challenges for the governing body.

Renowned NASCAR journalist Bob Pockrass recently tweeted about the possibility of repair work being required for the recently sealed and patched areas of the track. While the track may eventually need repaving with new tarmac, the current 30+-year-old surface can present obstacles for drivers and teams.

Despite these challenges, the All-Star Race promises to be an exhilarating spectacle for fans.

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