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Rookie Connor Zilisch Aims for NASCAR Comeback at COTA

2/25/2026

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Connor Zilisch, a 19-year-old driver for Trackhouse Racing, seeks a turnaround in his NASCAR Cup Series rookie season after finishing 33rd at Daytona and 30th at EchoPark.
He aims to reset at Circuit of The Americas, buoyed by his road-course skills.
He acknowledges superspeedway challenges but trusts Trackhouse's road-course program will boost his result.
Trackhouse teammates have seven road-course wins, making the team a favorite for the upcoming race.

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Story summary

Connor Zilisch, a 19-year-old driver for Trackhouse Racing, seeks a turnaround in his NASCAR Cup Series rookie season after finishing 33rd at Daytona and 30th at EchoPark.
He aims to reset at Circuit of The Americas, buoyed by his road-course skills.
He acknowledges superspeedway challenges but trusts Trackhouse's road-course program will boost his result.
Trackhouse teammates have seven road-course wins, making the team a favorite for the upcoming race.