The Xfinity Series BetRivers 200 entry list is out as anticipation rises ahead of Saturday’s high-stakes event at Dover Motor Speedway, where up-and-coming rookies like Connor Zilisch and seasoned drivers such as Shane van Gisbergen are set to compete after a string of electrifying races. Coming off recent closely fought contests and rapidly changing driver standings, the field promises passionate energy and unpredictability throughout the entire racing weekend.
Dramatic Finishes Shape the Road to Dover
Recent Xfinity Series action saw rookie Connor Zilisch face off against international veteran Shane van Gisbergen in a test of skill and resolve. Their rivalry heated up during consecutive road course events, with particularly memorable finishes at the Chicago Street Race on July 5 and the next showdown at Sonoma Raceway. At Chicago, van Gisbergen made headlines by edging past his JR Motorsports teammate from pole position to grab the win in a competitive move that set the tone for rematches this summer.
However, Zilisch quickly adapted from the previous encounter. At Sonoma Raceway, he deployed those valuable lessons and managed to outpace van Gisbergen—who carries the impressive title of three-time Supercars champion—and secured his own third victory on the Xfinity circuit this season. Speaking on his team’s performance, Zilisch said,
“We did such an awesome job all weekend long, just executing,”
and added,
“We made all the right adjustments, and here we are in victory lane. It feels good.”
—Connor Zilisch, Driver
On the concluding lap at Sonoma, while Zilisch led, van Gisbergen opted for clean racing tactics. Despite pressure, van Gisbergen, now 36 years old, resisted the urge to bump the 18-year-old leader out of contention and refrained from aggressive contact that could have changed the outcome dramatically.
“Yeah … I didn’t want to,”
said van Gisbergen.
“Congrats to those guys, what an awesome race.”
—Shane van Gisbergen, Driver
Reflecting on the post-race atmosphere, van Gisbergen expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating:
“I had a blast all day, really, really fun.”
—Shane van Gisbergen, Driver
In the wake of his recent win, Zilisch climbed to fourth place in the Xfinity driver standings, closing the gap but still trailing leader Justin Allgaier, who holds 686 points. Sam Mayer, despite strong runs this season, remains in second without a win, while the tightly packed points race promises added drama for Dover’s main event. Driver performances—including those by well-known names like Ross Chastain, Jesse Love, and Carson Kvapil—continue to shape the storylines heading into this crucial part of the season.
What an awesome race! 👍 I hope everyone enjoyed that. Congrats to @ConnorZilisch, thank you to @QuadLockCase & @JRMotorsports, I had a blast all day, really, really fun 😀 Looking forward to the Cup race tomorrow! pic.twitter.com/qDm7Q2g38a
— Shane van Gisbergen (@shanevg97) July 13, 2025
Weekend Schedule Features Racing Across All Series
The buzz in Dover is building, with a packed agenda featuring the NASCAR National Series and ARCA Menards Series. Action begins on Friday afternoon as drivers gear up for practice and qualifying sessions, culminating with the ARCA General Tire 150 race in the evening.
Saturday is loaded with track activity, starting with practice sessions at 11 a.m., quickly moving to Xfinity Series qualifying shortly after noon. Cup Series hopefuls prepare next with their own practice and qualifying ahead of the centerpiece event—the Xfinity Series BetRivers 200—which gets underway at 4:30 p.m. Sunday will close out the racing weekend with the Cup Series AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at 2 p.m.
Complete Lineup for the BetRivers 200 Unveiled
The officially released Xfinity Series BetRivers 200 entry list showcases a diverse array of drivers preparing for the spotlight at Dover. The field reflects a blend of familiar faces, rising stars, and recent winners, each bringing unique strengths to their respective teams—Chevrolet, Toyota, and Ford all stand represented.
Below is the comprehensive entry list for Saturday’s race:
1. Sheldon Creed, No. 00 Ford
2. Carson Kvapil, No. 1 Chevrolet
3. Jesse Love, No. 2 Chevrolet
4. Parker Retzlaff, No. 4 Chevrolet
5. Kris Wright, No. 5 Chevrolet
6. Nick Leitz, No. 07 Chevrolet
7. Justin Allgaier, No. 7 Chevrolet
8. Sammy Smith, No. 8 Chevrolet
9. Ross Chastain, No. 9 Chevrolet
10. Daniel Dye, No. 10 Chevrolet
11. Josh Williams, No. 11 Chevrolet
12. Garrett Smithley, No. 14 Chevrolet
13. Christian Eckes, No. 16 Chevrolet
14. Jake Finch, No. 17 Chevrolet
15. William Sawalich, No. 18 Toyota
16. Aric Almirola, No. 19 Toyota
17. Brandon Jones, No. 20 Toyota
18. Austin Hill, No. 21 Chevrolet
19. Ryan Truex, No. 24 Toyota
20. Harrison Burton, No. 25 Ford
21. Dean Thompson, No. 26 Toyota
22. Jeb Burton, No. 27 Chevrolet
23. Kyle Sieg, No. 28 Ford
24. Blaine Perkins, No. 31 Chevrolet
25. Rajah Caruth, No. 32 Chevrolet
26. TBA, No. 35 Toyota
27. Ryan Sieg, No. 39 Ford
28. Sam Mayer, No. 41 Ford
29. Anthony Alfredo, No. 42 Chevrolet
30. Brennan Poole, No. 44 Chevrolet
31. TBD, No. 45 Chevrolet
32. Nick Sanchez, No. 48 Chevrolet
33. Jeremy Clements, No. 51 Chevrolet
34. TBD, No. 53 Ford
35. Taylor Gray, No. 54 Toyota
36. Leland Honeyman Jr., No. 70 Chevrolet
37. Ryan Ellis, No. 71 Chevrolet
38. Connor Zilisch, No. 88 Chevrolet
39. Josh Bilicki, No. 91 Chevrolet
40. Matt DiBenedetto, No. 99 Chevrolet
This lineup promises to feature heated competition among drivers such as Anthony Alfredo, Nick Sanchez, Garrett Smithley, Carson Kvapil, Josh Williams, Christian Eckes, Jeremy Clements, Justin Allgaier, Leland Honeyman Jr., Ryan Ellis, Matt DiBenedetto, Aric Almirola, Parker Retzlaff, Brandon Jones, Blaine Perkins, Ross Chastain, Nick Leitz, Josh Bilicki, Ryan Sieg, Daniel Dye, Rajah Caruth, Brennan Poole, Taylor Gray, Kris Wright, Jeb Burton, Ryan Truex, Jake Finch, Sheldon Creed, Harrison Burton, Sammy Smith, Jesse Love, Dean Thompson, Sam Mayer, William Sawalich, and others, all eyeing a pivotal win in the Xfinity Series standings.
What’s at Stake for Drivers and Fans?
The Xfinity Series BetRivers 200 entry list signals another fiercely contested chapter in the NASCAR season at Dover Motor Speedway. With standout performances by both rising prospects such as Connor Zilisch and renowned veterans like Shane van Gisbergen, the race will likely influence the driver standings and set new narratives in motion heading into the summer. As teams from organizations like JR Motorsports and drivers from powerhouse manufacturers Toyota, Chevrolet, and Ford compete for supremacy, passionate fans and racing enthusiasts alike should expect excitement, emotional showdowns, and a weekend of nonstop intensity.
