Zane Smith is preparing for a pivotal run at Bristol Motor Speedway this weekend, aiming to secure his best-ever result at this challenging track. As part of the ongoing NASCAR Cup Series season, Smith’s Bristol Motor Speedway performance will be under close scrutiny as he returns to Tennessee for his fourth Cup start on the half-mile oval.
Smith Targets Career Milestone at Bristol
This Saturday night, Zane Smith and the No. 38 team are set to compete in the second race of the 2025 season at Bristol, a venue where Smith has found solid success in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. Over five previous starts at the 0.533-mile circuit, he has captured two top-five and three top-10 results, demonstrating a strong ability to navigate Bristol’s relentless, high-tempo racing. Now, Smith will attempt to improve upon his career-best Cup Series finish of 16th at this venue, tackling a grueling 500-lap challenge under the lights.
Returning Sponsor and Fan Engagement
This race will also see the return of Long John Silver’s as a partner on the No. 38 Ford Mustang Dark Horse. The brand’s instantly recognizable blue and yellow “Fish Yeah” paint scheme will turn heads throughout the 500-lap event. Fans of Smith and Long John Silver’s are encouraged to locate a nearby restaurant by visiting the company’s official website, while supporting their favorite driver as he takes on one of NASCAR’s most famed short tracks.
Confident Approach Despite Recent Ups and Downs
As the season approaches its conclusion, Smith is determined to maintain momentum. In his own words,
“The season is winding down, but there’s still a lot left to race for,”
he said, reflecting on the team’s improved readiness for Bristol.
“Heading back to Bristol, the team and I are confident that we’re better prepared this time around. The past couple of weeks have been up and down, but we want to finish the season strong and build a solid foundation for next year.”
—Zane Smith, Driver
Building Toward a Strong Finish
With backing from Front Row Motorsports and the support of his team, Smith is placing considerable focus on delivering a standout performance in the final weeks of the NASCAR Cup Series. His consistent results in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series offer hope for a breakout showing at Bristol. As the 2025 season winds down, all eyes are on whether Smith’s hard work and optimism will translate into a breakthrough finish at one of the sport’s most demanding tracks.
