Ross Chastain at Chip Ganassi in 2021

The promotion that many would dream of in the Xfinity paddock. Ross Chastain, eighth in the series regular season with Kaulig Racing this year, will find himself in the No. 42 Chip Ganassi Racing Chevrolet next year. The 27-year-old American will take the place of Matt Kenseth, whose interim position will not be extended.

He was installed in the seat to replace Kyle Larson, guilty of racist remarks in an e-sport event. Ross Chastain should carry out the entire season.

The Floridian already has 79 Cup series races to his credit with a top 10 for best result in 2019. He caught the eye of Chip Ganassi in 2018 during the three races contested with the team. “He showed everyone that he is a tenacious driver who wants to win. We believe Ross will give our team the opportunity to be competitive every week. Plus, his track record shows he's ready to take the plunge. »

In the lower division, Chastain has two wins in over 180 starts and seven years of experience. This season, he finished in second place five times without ever managing to win.

“The confidence Chip Ganassi gave me in 2018 was a true career turning point and I couldn't be more excited to join the team once again, alongside a champion like Kurt Busch. Racing in the Cup series with a top team has always been my goal. »

His short-term goal remains to win the Xfinity title, as he will participate in the play-offs starting this weekend.

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