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Top NASCAR Truck contenders struggle in Chase opener at Bristol

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Top NASCAR Truck contenders struggle in Chase opener at Bristol

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The NASCAR Truck Series Chase for the Championship commenced on September 17 at Bristol Motor Speedway, featuring challenges for top contenders. Layne Riggs led the initial stages but faced a slow pit stop due to a left rear tire issue, which left him five laps down. Each of the four seeded drivers experienced difficulties during the opening race of the seven-event playoff series. Riggs' setback exemplifies the competitiveness and unpredictability inherent in the chase format, as the series transitions to its next race.

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•The Chase features a seven-race playoff format for top drivers.
•Layne Riggs struggled with a slow pit stop and tire issues.
•The event took place at Bristol Motor Speedway.
•Each of the four top-seeded drivers faced challenges in the race.

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10:08 PMMotorsport.com — The four top contenders imploded in NASCAR Trucks Chase opener

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The NASCAR Truck Series Chase for the Championship began with a moderate implosion for each of the four top seeded drivers on the seven-race playoff on Thursday night at Bristol Motor Speedway. Layne Riggs led the first two stages but then suffered a slow pit stop, the result of struggles on the left rear, and then that tire leading to a vibration that trapped him five laps down. He would run ...Keep reading
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Motorsport.comSep 18, 2026, 10:08 PM
The four top contenders imploded in NASCAR Trucks Chase opener
The NASCAR Truck Series Chase for the Championship began with a moderate implosion for each of the four top seeded drivers on the seven-race playoff on Thursday night at Bristol Motor Speedway. Layne Riggs led the first two stages but then suffered a slow pit stop, the result of struggles on the left rear, and then that tire leading to a vibration that trapped him five laps down. He would run ...Keep reading

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