Sam Mayer and Parker Retzlaff pursue victories in NASCAR O'Reilly championship fight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Sam Mayer and Parker Retzlaff, two young drivers from Wisconsin, are competing in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series as it approaches its championship stretch. Mayer, currently 10th in the standings, has yet to secure a win this season despite multiple near victories. Retzlaff, one spot ahead, aims for his first win and playoff berth. Both drivers have shown consistent performance with top finishes as they prepare for the upcoming nine-race championship series, where points will reset soon. Their progress and strategies will be critical in the second half of the season.
- •Mayer has 10 top-10 finishes this season but no wins.
- •Retzlaff finished a career-best second at EchoPark Speedway.
- •Both drivers are positioned to qualify for the championship competition.
- •Points reset for the Chase will happen soon, elevating the stakes.
- •Mayer is 66 points above the 13th place in standings.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — How 2 young Wisconsin NASCAR drivers approach the O'Reilly title fight
"Sam Mayer and Parker Retzlaff are looking for more as the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series approaches its stretch run for the championship.
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