Red Bull is returning to NASCAR with the signing of a young star
Red Bull has made an exciting return to NASCAR by announcing the signing of 18-year-old racing talent Connor Zielisch.
Connor Zielisch, considered one of NASCAR’s best future talents, is excited to bring back the energy drink.
“So I’m excited to join the Red Bull family as a Red Bull athlete. It’s been a dream of mine since I was young and I couldn’t be more excited about it. This young driver said through his social means: Let’s go.
Zilisch currently competes in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with JR Motorsports, the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series under Spire Motorsports, and the ARCA Menards Series with the Pinnacle Racing Team.
An important part of Zilisch’s professional journey has been his development work with Trackhouse Racing. Owned by Justin Marks and Grammy-winning artist Pitbull, Trackhouse Racing is a major player in the NASCAR ecosystem.
This developmental role should give Zilich the opportunity to refine his craft and gain valuable experience in various aspects of the competition. A workaholic, Zielisch will make his long-awaited Xfinity Series debut this Saturday at Watkins Glen.
To strengthen his presence in the racing world, JR Motorsports has announced that Zilisch will drive the No. 88 Chevrolet full-time in the Xfinity Series beginning in 2025. He will compete in four races this years before his first full-time job in the future. year.
The driver’s first job is decorated with achievements. Even before he turned 18, he had many victories, including victories in the IMSA WeatherTech Sports Car Championship at the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona and 12 Hours of Sebring. Additionally, he has competed in the ARCA Menards Series and won the zMAX CARS Late Model Stock Car Tour.
It’s hard to understand how powerful this drive is.
The significance of Red Bull’s return to NASCAR cannot be overstated. Their history in the sport goes back to their previous appearances in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, from which they retired in 2011.
Zielisch has joined an elite group of Red Bull drivers including Shane van Gisbergen, Scott Speed, Max Verstappen, Sergio Perez, Matthias Ekström and Brook Feeney. Red Bull is heavily involved in various motorsport disciplines around the world and its efforts are more than successful. Their new partnership with NASCAR by Zilisch will make a bold statement in the sport.