Carson Hocevar reflects on New Hampshire incident with Connor Zilisch
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:01 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Carson Hocevar addressed the media following an incident with Connor Zilisch during the NASCAR Cup Series race at New Hampshire on August 24. Hocevar’s car spun out after contact with Zilisch's No. 88, resulting in a challenging race that saw him fall as much as two laps behind. Despite the difficulties, including an earlier spin-out in the final stage, Hocevar finished 19th. He acknowledged his role in the incident, stating, 'I think I spun myself.' The season's recent setbacks have affected his standing, causing him to drop to 11th in points, despite previously clinching a spot in the Chase. Hocevar won his first Cup Series race earlier this season.
- •Hocevar spun out after contact with Zilisch at New Hampshire.
- •He acknowledged responsibility for the incident after the race.
- •Hocevar finished 19th, dropping to 11th in the points standings.
- •His season includes a win at Talladega and multiple top finishes.
- 10:01 PMYahoo Sports — Carson Hocevar Addresses Connor Zilisch New Hampshire Incident: ‘Spun Myself’
"Carson Hocevar addressed the media after an on-track incident with Connor Zilisch. Hocevar finished 19th on Sunday at New Hampshire.
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