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Justin Allgaier was so confident he wouldn’t start the Coca-Cola 600 for Hendrick Motorsports that he told his family not to come to the racetrack as he left the house. By 3 p.m. ET, Allgaier was s…
Justin Allgaier was initially so convinced he wouldn’t race in the Coca-Cola 600 for Hendrick Motorsports that he even instructed his family not to attend the event. However, circumstances changed, and he ultimately ended up starting the race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Despite having to drop to the back of the field due to Kyle Larson practicing and qualifying the car, Allgaier fought his way through the pack and ultimately finished 13th after the race was called off due to rain and lightning. He expressed gratitude towards his crew for their support and guidance throughout the challenging race.
Allgaier’s highlight of the night was unlapping himself and passing some notable drivers on the track, including a Hendrick Motorsports teammate. Following Larson’s arrival at the pit stall and the potential driver switch due to weather conditions, the race never resumed, leaving Allgaier to end the unforgettable evening on a positive note by focusing on appreciating his team’s efforts and giving Larson a clean car for a potential victory.
