US EditionTeenage Star, Beavers on Wheels Take Center Stage at Portland’s Final NASCAR Xfinity Race
Connor Zilisch secured his eighth rookie win and third consecutive victory two weeks after collarbone surgery, leading the NASCAR Xfinity Series standings by 20 points.
- On August 30, Connor Zilisch clinched the pole at 1:13.380 and won at Portland International Raceway, earning his eighth NASCAR Xfinity Series victory just two weeks after collarbone surgery.
- Qualifying revealed a tight battle up front, with Justin Allgaier at 1:13.780 and Austin Hill at 1:13.797, while the starting grid combined veterans and stars William Sawalich and Sam Mayer at Portland International Raceway.
- Despite contact and penalties, Connor Zilisch won the first two stages of the 75-lap race at Portland International Raceway and recovered after missing turn one twice to finish 1.572 seconds ahead of William Sawalich.
- With the win, Connor Zilisch leads by 20 points over JR Motorsports teammate Justin Allgaier and will join Trackhouse Racing full-time in the 2026 Cup Series.
- PIR's weekend closed with note that it won't host NASCAR's Xfinity Series next year as Naval Base Coronado street course, San Diego joins the 2026 schedule; fans expressed disappointment despite some strong turnout and grandstand vacancies.
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Teenage star, Beavers on wheels take center stage at Portland’s final NASCAR Xfinity race
Young phenom Connor Zilisch continued his domination Saturday at Portland International Raceway, securing his NASCAR Xfinity rookie record eighth win despite missing turn one twice late in the race.
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