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DOVER, DE – MAY 04: Noah Gragson, driver of the #9 Switch Chevrolet, stands by his car during qualifying for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Allied Steel Buildings 200 at Dover International Speedway on May 4, 2019 in Dover, Delaware. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images)
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DOVER, DE – MAY 04: Noah Gragson, driver of the #9 Switch Chevrolet, stands by his car during qualifying for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Allied Steel Buildings 200 at Dover International Speedway on May 4, 2019 in Dover, Delaware. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images)
Noah Gragson came in third place at the Michigan International Speedway in the Xfinity race on Saturday. Although it is a great result, it didn’t come easy for the JR Motorsports driver. Following the race, Gragson told the press that he threw up in his own helmet after the end of stage 2.
Since he has faced a similar problem in the past as well many fans are now speculating if this is some sort of ongoing medical issue with him.
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During the post-race interview, Gragson mentioned that at the end of the second stage, he threw up in the car and had to hold his breath. He said, “I don’t know why I throw up. I threw inside the helmet again.”
Fans on Twitter showed concern toward Gragson and mentioned if this was a regular problem, then he should get checked for it. Some fans pointed out that it could be a hydration issue or maybe something dietary.
Why he puke so much? Maybe a diet adjustment or something ? I’ve heard of and seen it personally of athletes/competitiors puking under stress and extreme exertion, but maybe there is a way to help him
— Tom Sears (@LurkinTomGaming) August 6, 2022
It would be if this was an isolated incident. This is happening more and more frequently.
— Chris Whitfield 🇺🇦 (@RealCWhitfield) August 7, 2022
We’ve seen this from him a good bit, wonder if he’s gotten it checked out just to be on the safe side because I’ve never heard of this happening to any other drivers
— Nate (@nascarnate48) August 6, 2022
I'm starting to get concerned for his health. He needs to get help for this. I don't think he's well. And that's not criticism. That's genuine concern.
— Chris Whitfield 🇺🇦 (@RealCWhitfield) August 7, 2022
“So we knew he wasn’t feeling good and stuck a camera in his face immediately after the race anyway”
— Kris Kornder (@thedirtykorn) August 7, 2022
I used to hold my breath in the pool all the time, or even for cases of hiccups. Never thrown up once, this guy has used the excuse twice now. See a Dr dude
— Rob (@RRC4_Boss) August 7, 2022
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If this is a medical problem, then Gragson should consult a medical professional, as this has not been that common of an occurrence for other drivers.
Noah Gragson takes pole in qualifying but finishes 3rd in the main race
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Noah Gragson flew onto grasp pole position on Friday, after which he was full of confidence going into the main Xfinity race. However, as luck may have played out, Gragson could only muster a third-place finish, losing out to Ty Gibbs in first and Justin Allgaier in second.
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LAS VEGAS, NV – MARCH 01: Noah Gragson, driver of the #9 Switch Chevrolet, during practice for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Boyd Gaming 300 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 1, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images)
Gragson managed to overtake AJ Allmendinger at the very last corner to take over the lead before the second stage ended. Thereafter, he decided not to pit under caution and that might have led to him losing an edge over Gibbs to go on for a win.
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Noah Gragson is currently sitting in 4th position on the points grid and is locked into the playoffs, with 3 wins, 2 poles, 11 top 5s, and 15 top 10s this season.
