Connor Zilisch secured the pole position for the final NASCAR Xfinity Series playoff race at Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL, making a major statement for both himself and JR Motorsports. This achievement not only highlights Connor Zilisch NASCAR Xfinity Series performance, but also completes a sweep of the top five qualifying spots by JRM as the postseason action intensifies.
Zilisch Leads JRM Sweep in Qualifying
At the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL, Zilisch delivered an impressive qualifying run, reaching a speed of 96.503 mph and securing pole position by almost half a second over his teammate Justin Allgaier. Rounding out the team’s dominant lineup, Connor Mosack, Sammy Smith, and Carson Kvapil also took places in the front five, making JR Motorsports’ strength clear in this critical event. Corey Day was the best-performing non-JRM competitor and will start the race from the sixth spot.
Key Drivers Miss Out on Race Start
Several notable drivers were unable to make the field for this important playoff round. Garrett Smithley, Andrew Patterson, Austin J. Hill, and Thomas Annunziata all failed to qualify, underscoring the high level of competition and the razor-thin margins present at this late stage of the season.
Looking Toward the Race at Charlotte ROVAL
The Xfinity Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL is scheduled to begin today, October 4, at 5 p.m. Eastern Time on The CW. With JR Motorsports holding the top positions, expectations are high for a strong team performance as the drivers look to secure their spots in the next stage of the playoffs. The team’s ability to lock out the front of the grid presents a significant advantage and may influence the strategic approach for all contenders in this pivotal playoff event.
