Connor Zilisch qualifies 17th for NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 9:31 AM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
Connor Zilisch qualified in 17th place for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway on June 28, 2026. The driver of the No. 88 car faced challenges in the final corners of his last two laps, impacting his starting position. Zilisch has struggled throughout the season but has the speed necessary to contend for the win. Unlike his teammate Shane van Gisbergen, Zilisch is not competing for a Chase spot, allowing him to take risks for better track position. The race is set to be crucial for Zilisch as he seeks his first career Cup Series victory.
- •Zilisch qualified 17th for the Sonoma Cup Series race.
- •He faced issues with the final lap corners.
- •He is not in the Chase contention this season.
- •Zilisch can take risks to improve his position during the race.
- •The race is crucial for his first Cup Series victory.
- 9:31 AMYahoo Sports — Connor Zilisch shockingly qualifies 17th at Sonoma in 2026
"Connor Zilisch has shockingly qualified in 17th place for the NASCAR Cup Series race at Sonoma Raceway in 2026.
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