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Connor Zilisch achieves first top 10 in NASCAR Cup Series at Sonoma

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 2:15 AM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Connor Zilisch achieves first top 10 in NASCAR Cup Series at Sonoma

Summary

Connor Zilisch secured his first top-10 finish in the NASCAR Cup Series during the Toyota / Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway on June 28, 2026. The Trackhouse Racing rookie finished seventh after showing strong pace during the race, maintaining his car's integrity throughout. Zilisch, at 19 years old, is adjusting to the tougher competition of the Cup Series following a challenging start to the season. His previous performances have been hampered by setbacks, but this finish may boost his confidence moving forward. Zilisch hopes to build on this momentum as the season progresses with several familiar tracks ahead.

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By the Numbers

•Zilisch finished seventh at the Toyota / Save Mart 350.
•His previous best finish before this was outside the top 10.
•Zilisch has faced challenges, including early race incidents.
•The Sonoma course aligns with his strengths as a road racer.
•Confidence boost for Zilisch heading into the second half of the season.

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What they're saying

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It may have taken half of the NASCAR Cup Series season to get the job done, but rookie sensation Connor Zilisch just earned his first-ever top-10 finish. Zilisch, Trackhouse Racing’s star in the making, got off to a rough start in his freshman season in the most competitive motor sports division in America. At only […] The post Connor Zilisch Earns First NASCAR Cup Series Top 10 appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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