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Joe Gibbs Racing’s Adam Stevens is still recovering from double knee surgery but returned to the track Sunday and finished fifth with Christopher Bell in the NASCAR Cup Series playoff opener …
Adam Stevens, crew chief of Joe Gibbs Racing, returned from double knee surgery to finish fifth with Christopher Bell in the NASCAR Cup Series at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Stevens expressed his gratitude for being back on track and participating in the playoff race. Despite his injury sustained during the Olympic break, Stevens worked with the No. 20 team remotely from the JGR shop. The team remained strong, with Bell achieving top finishes in races even without Stevens on the pit box, boosting their playoff standing. Stevens is optimistic about their postseason prospects after a solid performance at Atlanta, acknowledging the unpredictability of upcoming races at Watkins Glen and Bristol Motor Speedway. The team’s resilience and depth give them confidence as they navigate the challenges ahead in the playoffs.
