Noah Gragson encountered a difficult outing during the recent Charlotte Roval event, with his race recap highlighting struggles throughout the day. Competing against a talented field, Gragson finished 29th after working hard to find pace and grip on the track, focusing on improvement for his upcoming home race.
A Day Marked by Persistence for Front Row Teams
Other drivers from Front Row Motorsports also found the Charlotte Roval to be tough but manageable. Todd Gilliland advanced from a 32nd place finish in Stage One to ultimately claim 17th position. His performance was a result of relentless effort, as he and his crew steadily improved through the race. Gilliland commented,
“It was a long, tough day, but we came away with a good result,”
expressing pride in his team’s commitment and resilience—Todd Gilliland, Driver.
Zane Smith’s race mirrored similar difficulties, but he managed to secure 24th after varying results through the stages. He explained,
“We were never able to get the track position we needed,”
and detailed that while their strategy was sound, outcome didn’t go their way. Still, Smith conveyed determination for the remainder of the season—Zane Smith, Driver.
Gragson Looks Ahead to Hometown Race
Noah Gragson’s efforts to improve handling and grip were central to his day on the Roval. Reflecting on the experience, he said,
“We battled all day trying to get the car some more grip,”
acknowledging that the result did not reflect their intentions but remaining optimistic about racing close to home in the upcoming week—Noah Gragson, Driver.
The Front Row Motorsports teams, including Gragson, Gilliland, and Smith, all displayed persistence and teamwork under challenging conditions at Charlotte. Their focus now shifts to upcoming races at tracks where they feel confident in their potential, with anticipation especially high for Gragson’s return to his home track, as friends and family await his performance there.
