Tony Stewart’s Driver Joins Kyle Busch as They Deliver a Harsh 7-Word Statement on Chase Elliott’s Home Track

As NASCAR action heads to Georgia to brace for an exhilarating speedway race at the revamped Atlanta Motor Speedway, the Stewart-Haas Racing driver has opened up about his thoughts on racing on the reconfigured 61-year-old track. The No. 14 Ford Mustang driver, Chase Briscoe, also shares a similar viewpoint. While the community loves the idea of bringing an old track back to life, drivers are the ones who pay the price for their entertainment.

Much like “Rowdy”, Kyle Busch‘s sharp remarks about Atlanta that made the headlines last year, as we head to another race week in Atlanta, the SHR driver, Chase Briscoe, was seen speaking to the media before Sunday’s race and getting real about the challenges the new surface has on offer.

With the action returning to Chase Elliott‘s home ground, there have been plenty of changes since the last time. From steeper banking to tighter lanes, the legendary track even has more “challenges” now. Reacting to the track’s new look, Tony Stewart‘s driver revealed his thoughts, dubbing it “the most draining place.”

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While the 27-year-old driver got off to a stellar start at Phoenix Raceway last year, this season certainly hasn’t been great for him so far. After a series of lackluster performances, Briscoe was handed a hefty penalty as NASCAR found modified parts on the #14 Mustang, dropping him further down the ditch.

Not only has the run-in with NASCAR left Stewart’s driver in a rut at the 31st spot, but Chase Briscoe also felt like the track has a lot of challenges. Being one of the most intimidating tracks on the schedule, the tight high-speed track is certainly a hard nut to crack, even for the best of the best.

When asked about the track and how it has matured over the years, Briscoe gave a brief explanation. He said, “I feel like it’s kind of made a name for itself, like whenever it was the old track I think all of the drivers loved it. The fans probably not so much, but I think now it’s kind of the opposite.” Mentioning the notoriety of the track he revealed the obvious, saying, “The drivers probably don’t love coming here as much just because of what the race is and knowing that when you wake up tomorrow you’re either gonna have a good day or you’re gonna be really sore on Monday.”

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As the 2016 ARCA Series champ sends out a sharp remark about the iconic track, he warns drivers about Atlanta, saying, “ Mentally, it’s the most draining place we go to all year. It’s a Daytona, Talladega, but everything is happening twice as quick just because it’s a mile shorter,” the 27-year-old’s comments just prove Busch’s point he made earlier last year. 

Following a disastrous race last year, a furious Busch was seen fuming and sharing his distaste. Furthermore, Briscoe also opened up about the new “hybrid” Atlanta track.

Briscoe exposes the challenges of “hybrid” Atlanta

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Being the third oldest track on the schedule, the legendary Atlanta Motor Speedway has seen its fair share of action across its long 61 years. With the authorities making changes to the track, increasing the banking from 24 degrees to 28 degrees, and tightening corners, Briscoe feels like the Superspeedway has sort of become a hybrid track.

“Here, it’s just a hybrid racetrack that’s kind of unlike anything else on the schedule, so it’s a huge challenge,” said the driver. Though he feels like NASCAR has done its best for the fans by bringing more fans to the track, he did not hesitate to expose the dangers of Atlanta. 

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The Mustang driver called the Atlanta Motor Speedway, the only track that confuses him the most.

With the roster gearing up for a high-octane Speedway run, Sunday’s race at the iconic track is certainly going to bring in some crowds. As Chase Elliott looks to redeem himself at his home track, Busch looks to make his fourth win out of the “hybrid” track.