Mixed Results for RCR Drivers at Michigan Speedway
At Michigan International Speedway, Austin Dillon secured a 19th-place finish while Kyle Busch managed a top-10, highlighting teh contrasting outcomes for Richard Childress Racing drivers.The two navigated challenges on the track, each offering insights into their respective performances.
Dillon’s Perspective on 19th-Place Finish
Austin Dillon,driving the No. 3 Dow MobilityScience Chevrolet, ended up in 19th position after the race. He noted initial struggles with a loose car, but credited crew chief Richard Boswell for making crucial adjustments.
According to Dillon, the adjustments improved the car’s performance as the race progressed.By the conclusion of Stage 2, he had climbed to 13th place.
“we had a decent day in the No. 3 Dow MobilityScience Chevrolet at Michigan International Speedway. We started the race too loose, but crew chief richard Boswell was able to make adjustments at the end of the first stage to get us moving in the right direction. By the end of Stage 2, we were 13th. I felt like at times if we would have had clean air we may have finished better than 19th. We’ll take it and turn our focus to Mexico City.”
Busch Secures Top-10 Despite Grip Issues
Kyle Busch, piloting the No. 8 BetMGM Chevrolet, achieved an 8th-place finish. Despite qualifying second, Busch reported challenges with grip and overall speed during the race.
Crew chief Randall Burnett‘s adjustments were vital in maintaining a competitive position. Despite aiming for a better result, Busch acknowledged the value of a top-10 finish.
“Solid weekend for this BetMGM Chevrolet team. Qualifying second was a positive and it helped to start the race with clean air. We struggled with a lack of grip and speed in the race, but crew chief Randall Burnett did a good job with adjustments. We wanted more but to come out of here with a top-10 finish, we’ll take what we got.”
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