Chase Briscoe has openly celebrated his longstanding friendship with Christopher Bell, bringing to light a bond that stretches far beyond the racetrack. During a recent Q&A session on X, Briscoe was asked to name his best friends in the NASCAR Cup Series garage, and he immediately listed Christopher Bell, alongside Noah Gragson and Austin Cindric. The candid mention offered fans a rare glimpse into the camaraderie that often stays behind the scenes, highlighting a friendship built over years of shared dreams, competition, and mutual respect.
Long before Chase Briscoe and Christopher Bell became recognized names in the Cup Series, their story began with a shared passion for dirt racing. More than a decade ago, they connected over late-night iRacing sessions, bringing them together as they navigated NASCAR’s developmental ranks in parallel. That partnership evolved from virtual competition into real-life support, as Bell played a crucial role in Briscoe’s early career. In 2015, Bell helped Briscoe secure a breakthrough opportunity in the ARCA Menards Series with Cunningham Motorsports—a key moment that would set the foundation for Briscoe’s rapid ascent in the sport.
The next year, Chase Briscoe captured the ARCA championship in his first full-time season, a victory that earned him a place with Keselowski Racing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. This momentum not only propelled Briscoe’s career forward but also strengthened the professional ties and deep personal relationship between him and Bell. Their journey together wasn’t just about results on the track; it was about supporting one another through triumphs and setbacks, each driver helping the other reach new heights amid the pressure of NASCAR’s elite environment.
Reflecting on their friendship, Briscoe once shared a picture of himself training with Bell during their early racing days, thanking him for being instrumental in his breakthrough. This public acknowledgment underscored how important Bell has been to Briscoe’s journey, with Briscoe often crediting Bell for providing guidance and encouragement at pivotal moments. Now, in 2025, their friendship has reached a milestone, as the two finally find themselves as teammates at Joe Gibbs Racing, with Bell piloting the #20 Toyota Camry and Briscoe stepping into the #19 seat.
The build-up to their partnership at Joe Gibbs Racing included its own memorable moment. At a pre-race press conference in New Hampshire, Christopher Bell unintentionally revealed that Chase Briscoe would be joining the team, referring to him as the “future driver” for Martin Truex Jr.’s car before any official announcement. The news spread quickly, prompting apologies from Bell and light-hearted responses from Briscoe, who seemed more amused than upset. Briscoe later explained, “The incident, though minor, showed just how much excitement both of us have about finally being on the same team.”
As the season progresses, Chase Briscoe currently sits twelfth in the Cup Series standings, trailing Christopher Bell by 72 points, as both drivers brace for a fiercely competitive summer stretch. Their story exemplifies the genuine bonds that thrive within NASCAR’s intense environment, illustrating how friendship can endure amid rivalry and relentless pursuit of success. As fans eagerly follow their on-track battles and off-track friendship, the impact of Briscoe and Bell’s connection is sure to inspire the next generation of drivers and supporters alike.
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