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The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN TRUCK SERIES (NCTS) was eagerly anticipated as it made its second-ever appearance at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course at the O’Reilly Auto Parts 150.
However, fans of the race were left waiting as the green flag, which was initially scheduled to go down at 1:30 PM ET, faced a delay. So what caused this delay?
The main reason behind the delay in the start of the NASCAR Truck Series race is the occurrence of lightning during truck racing activities.
Race delays are not uncommon in motorsports, and NASCAR has always prioritized safety over all other considerations. Lightning poses a major threat to both drivers and spectators. Hence, as a precaution, the race officials decided to suspend activities until the threat of lightning receded.
Notably, this is not the first time this season that a NASCAR race has been affected by weather conditions. Previously, the Chicago Street Races had also been severely affected by rain, causing delays and premature finishes.
However, the safety of all participants in the event is of paramount importance. The officials remain diligent in ensuring that the races are held in safe conditions.
Marco Andretti is set to make his NASCAR Truck Series debut
The delay may have disappointed fans eager to see fender-slamming action, but it provides an opportunity to scout the high-profile drivers involved in the action.
ARCA’s entry includes actor Frankie Muniz, known for his role on the FOX sitcom “Malcolm in the Middle,” competing in the No. 30 for Rette Jones Racing.
Furthermore, O’Reilly Auto Parts 150 has the potential to offer drivers with NTT INDYCAR SERIES experience in Mid-Ohio. Connor Daly, driving the No. 41 for Niece Motorsports, and Marco Andretti, making his CRAFTSMAN Trucks debut with a seventh-place finish for Spire Motorsports. They previously raced The Honda Indy 200 in Mid-Ohio.
Daly made eight starts, while Andretti made 15 starts in the INDYCAR Series at this venue.
Parker Kligerman and Zane Smith engaged in a fierce battle in last year’s inaugural NCTS race in Mid-Ohio, as they crossed the finish line in close formation. In the end, it was Kligerman’s No. 75 Henderson Racing Chevrolet who took the win by a narrow margin of 0.19 seconds.
As the lightning continues this year, NASCAR officials continue to monitor weather conditions closely to ensure the safety of everyone involved. It remains to be seen when the long-awaited race gets the green light.
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