Chase Briscoe, fresh off a recent win at Pocono Raceway, took a track walk at EchoPark Speedway with his wife Marissa and their children just days before the inaugural In-Season Challenge. This family moment highlighted the rare appearance of the entire Briscoe family at the venue, reinforcing the support behind Briscoe as he prepares for the upcoming competition at the Quaker State 400.
Briscoe and Marissa, married since November 2019, share three children: Brooks Wayne, born in October 2021, and twins Cooper Banks and Collins Ivy, who arrived three years later. As Briscoe prepared for race day, Marissa shared a snapshot of the family’s trackside routine on social media, showing Brooks capturing the moment as his parents and the twins posed on the frontstretch.
“Pics by Brooks,” Marissa wrote. —Marissa Briscoe, via Instagram
Chase Briscoe Focuses on Maintaining Winning Streak at EchoPark
Entering EchoPark Speedway, Chase Briscoe holds the second seed in the In-Season Challenge. The race will see him go head-to-head against Noah Gragson in the opening round, driving the #19 Toyota Camry. The 30-year-old, representing Joe Gibbs Racing, has delivered notable performances lately, including three consecutive pole positions and back-to-back top-10 finishes, showcasing his capability as a contender in the series.
Currently, Briscoe stands ninth in the points scoreboard, just behind Joe Gibbs Racing teammates Denny Hamlin and Christopher Bell. This season, he has accumulated one victory, four poles, six top-five finishes, and eight top-10 placements. He will attempt to sustain this momentum during the Quaker State 400 at EchoPark Speedway, set for June 28 at 7:00 p.m. ET, aiming to secure a strong result among a competitive 40-driver field that includes Corey LaJoie, Connor Zilisch, BJ McLeod, and David Starr.
Briscoe Candid About Pressure and Expectations at Joe Gibbs Racing
Following his first win for Joe Gibbs Racing at Pocono Raceway, Briscoe spoke openly about the pressures he faces, particularly as his family notices the toll. Marissa Briscoe voiced concern for her husband after he experienced a significant weight loss due to his relentless pursuit of victory for his new team. Briscoe discussed the intensity of the challenge and the high expectations placed on him, especially compared to fellow Joe Gibbs Racing drivers.
“Bell’s won three races, Denny’s won, I think, three, and me and Ty (Gibbs) hadn’t won yet, and the last couple of weeks, I’ve just been… like this huge weight on my shoulders, unlike I’ve ever experienced before.”
—Chase Briscoe
“My wife’s been like, ‘What is going on with you?’ I’m like, ‘I have to win.’ I don’t think you realize how bad it is if we don’t win a race and lock into the playoffs. I feel like I honestly weigh like 100 pounds less already,”
he added. —Chase Briscoe
“When I was doing my contract with JGR, I remember them showing me this stat thing about how out of 40 attempts for playoffs, they’ve made it 38 times, and the expectation is if you don’t make the playoffs, you’re not going to be in this car anymore.”
—Chase Briscoe
What Lies Ahead for Briscoe at EchoPark Speedway
As Chase Briscoe readies himself for one of the season’s most high-pressure events, the presence of his family at EchoPark Speedway serves as both motivation and support. With a strong record this season and heightened expectations from Joe Gibbs Racing, Briscoe will look to capitalize on his momentum, compete against an experienced driver lineup, and solidify his place in the race for the championship playoffs. The performance of Briscoe and his competitors at the Quaker State 400 may play a crucial role in shaping the rest of the racing season and determining which drivers continue their pursuit of victory lane at NASCAR’s top level.
