Christopher Bell involved in severe crash at Michigan International Speedway
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 3:06 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026

During the NASCAR Cup Series at Michigan International Speedway, Christopher Bell experienced a significant crash on Lap 148. The incident occurred when Chase Elliott lost control and collided with Bell while contending for second position. This impact is noted as the hardest recorded for the NextGen car since its debut over four years ago. Following the crash, a 21-minute delay was implemented to ensure safety measures were addressed. The incident underscores the ongoing challenges these drivers face on the track.
- •Christopher Bell crashed on Lap 148 of the NASCAR Cup Series.
- •Chase Elliott's loss of traction led to the collision.
- •The crash is the hardest impact in NextGen car history.
- •A 21-minute delay followed the incident for safety measures.
- 3:07 AMMotorsport.com — NASCAR: Christopher Bell crash hardest impact in at least a decade - Motorsport.com
- 3:06 AMYahoo Sports — NASCAR: Christopher Bell crash hardest impact in at least a decade
"The Joe Gibbs Racing driver will compete this weekend at Pocono Raceway
"The Joe Gibbs Racing driver will compete this weekend at Pocono Raceway
Sources
External links- Motorsport.comJun 10, 2026, 3:07 AMNASCAR: Christopher Bell crash hardest impact in at least a decade - Motorsport.com
The Joe Gibbs Racing driver will compete this weekend at Pocono Raceway
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 3:06 AMNASCAR: Christopher Bell crash hardest impact in at least a decade
The Joe Gibbs Racing driver will compete this weekend at Pocono Raceway
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