Brandon Jones drops in points following mechanical issue at Sonoma
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 7:40 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Brandon Jones experienced a setback during the NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Sonoma Raceway, losing crucial points due to a mechanical failure. His No. 20 car shut off in Stage 1, preventing him from recovering in the race. As a result, Jones fell behind Sammy Smith in the standings but maintains an eighth-place position over Parker Retzlaff, who trails by 40 points. With five races remaining in the regular season, Jones aims to regain lost ground and is considered a championship-level driver.
- •Brandon Jones faced a mechanical issue early in the Sonoma race.
- •Jones' car shut off in Stage 1, impacting his standings.
- •He now ranks eighth, just ahead of Parker Retzlaff.
- •Jones has five races left to gain points in the series.
- •Joe Gibbs Racing expresses optimism for upcoming races.
- 7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Brandon Jones loses points after unlucky issue at Sonoma in 2026
"Brandon Jones lost crucial points in the NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at Sonoma Raceway after an unlucky issue in 2026.
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