Watkins Glen NASCAR Practice Notes

Group A Practice Notes

Chris Buescher – Chris Buescher who was one of three drivers who tested here back in May was fast. 10 minutes into practice he was 3rd on the speed chart. Buescher had the 3rd best 5 lap average of the group. Buescher ended the session, 4th overall. Buescher said he was happy with his car and it was quick. He felt like his team had a couple good adjustments where they could find more speed. He said it fired off quick. He thought they would have a real good race.

Chase Elliott – To start the session, Chase Elliott laid down the fastest #1 overall lap of the group. On lap 4, Elliott once again jumped up to the top of the speed chart. Elliott ended the session in 2nd. Elliott had the 2nd best 5 lap average.

Kyle Larson – The #5 was fast and looked strong. Ten minutes into practice he was 2nd on the speed chart. In Group A, Larson had the best 5 and 10 lap average.

Tyler Reddick – The #8 unloaded fast and on lap 2, Reddick climbed to the top of the Group A speed chart. Reddick ended the session in 6th. Among group A, Reddick had the 4th best 5-lap average and the 2nd best 10-lap average. During qualifying, Reddick had some transmission concerns (I’m not going to read into it as a big deal).