Justin Allgaier is angry after NASCAR Xfinity suffers major crash

by Junna Base November 10, 2024

Justin Allgaier could hardly contain his frustration after a serious accident during the NASCAR Xfinity Series event. The accident, which occurred because Brennan Poole’s No. 44 vehicle leaked fluid onto the track, affected not only Allgaier’s race, but also Aric Almirola’s race, both of whom collided with the track wall.

Allgaier, who drives for JR Motorsports in the No. 7 Chevrolet, has been a long-time fixture in the Xfinity Series and has an impressive resume. His 25 career wins make him one of the series’ legends, surpassing the likes of Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Tommy Houston.

Having to switch to a backup car, Allgaier is now out of qualifying, meaning his championship hopes depend on a miracle performance in the final race at Phoenix Raceway.

Aric Almirola is also in a difficult situation after the crash. Although his run in the Xfinity Series has been strong with two playoff wins, this makes the weekend difficult for the driver. Almirola, best known for his performances in the NASCAR Cup Series driving the No. 10 Ford for Stewart-Haas Racing, is now under increased pressure to deliver one of his career-best performances to maintain his team’s championship ambitions.

Justin Allgaier, driver of the #7 BRANDT Chevrolet, reacts to an incident on the track during practice for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship Race at Phoenix Raceway on November 8, 2024 in Avondale, Arizona. Justin Allgaier was…

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Brandon Jones, another driver caught in the fray, is not part of Championship 4, but the accident has made an already difficult season for him at Joe Gibbs Racing even worse. With severe damage to his car, Jones’ unfortunate story continues.

Meanwhile, the upheaval represents an opportunity for drivers like Austin Hill, Cole Custer and AJ Allmendinger. With Almirola and Allgaier facing these challenges, the path to success may have smoothed somewhat. Hill, who is fighting for the drivers’ championship with Richard Childress Racing, and Allmendinger, who drives for Kaulig Racing, are one step closer to a possible playoff victory. Cole Custer in particular is focused on the Drivers’ Championship without the pressure of the Owners’ Championship.

Before the crash, Justin Allgaier was leading his championship colleagues, and Jesse Love also showed an outstanding training performance. As qualifying approaches, a rivalry between Cole Custer and AJ Allmendinger ensues, setting the stage for an exciting and unpredictable finale.