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Christopher Bell withdraws from Richmond Truck race following postponement

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 3:03 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Christopher Bell withdraws from Richmond Truck race following postponement

Summary

Christopher Bell has withdrawn from the Craftsman Truck Series race at Richmond, rescheduled for 12pm EST on August 15 due to inclement weather. Bell, who qualified 17th driving the No. 62 Halmar-Frisen Racing Toyota, opted out of competing in both the Truck race and the subsequent Cup race, covering a total of 650 laps. This decision follows NASCAR's postponement of the event from its original schedule. The race will now take place at noon today as teams adjust their strategies.

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By the Numbers

•Race postponed to 12pm EST on August 15 due to weather.
•Christopher Bell qualified 17th for the Truck race.
•Bell will not participate in the 650 laps between both events.
•Halmar-Frisen Racing's preparations are affected by his withdrawal.

Latest Updates

3:03 AMMotorsport.com — Christopher Bell pulls out of Truck race after Richmond postponement
3:03 AMYahoo Sports — Christopher Bell pulls out of Truck race after Richmond postponement

What they're saying

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After inclement weather forced NASCAR to postpone the Craftsman Truck Series race at Richmond to 12pm EST on Saturday, Cup star Christopher Bell has pulled out of the event. He was set to drive the No. 62 Halmar-Frisen Racing Toyota, qualifying 17th for the race. However, he will not be attempting to run 650 laps on the same between Trucks and Cup, which will be separated by just a few ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com