Tag Archives: Martinsville Controversy

Elton Sawyer on Rules That Forbid Wall Riding

Step Up to the MicBy Statt Mann November 3, 2024

NASCAR Director of Competition Elton Sawyer stepped into the spotlight at Martinsville where controversy changed the race results and the lineup for the Final Four in Phoenix. Sawyer explained why Christopher Bell’s last turn move to get enough points for the final race in Phoenix was illegal for safety reasons. He said a similar move…

Ryan Blaney Gets The Chance to Defend His Title

Winner of the WeekBy Statt Mann November 3, 2024

NASCAR Martinsville Winner Ryan Blaney will get a chance to defend his 2023 NASCAR Cup Series title. Very late moves by Blaney sent him to Victory Circle where he celebrated last year, also earning a spot in the Playoff Final Four. Curiously, though, Blaney said he had no idea one of the largest controversies of…