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Following Quin Houff’s puzzling crash, Brad Keselowski questions if NASCAR should consider demoting the driver amid a string of errors

July 8, 2025 3 Min Read
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Is there a need for NASCAR to impose stricter regulations on drivers who may not be fit to compete in the Cup Series? This question was relevant even before Sunday’s race in Texas, and it has become even more pressing following a reckless crash involving Quin Houff that influenced the race outcome.

During the race, Houff made a puzzling decision to pit from the middle of the track while it was under green flag conditions. As he crossed the inner groove heading to the pits, he collided with Christopher Bell and Matt DiBenedetto, ultimately crashing into the wall. This careless move disrupted the strategies of lead drivers, ruining the chances of Denny Hamlin and Ryan Blaney for a potential win.

Hamlin and Blaney were in strong positions after the final pit stops, but Houff’s crash forced them to restart outside the top 10. Brad Keselowski, who finished 9th, acknowledged that the crash created chaos that negatively impacted the race’s finish. He also suggested that NASCAR might need to be more involved in assessing who is eligible to race at this level.

Houff attempted to justify his pit road maneuver by blaming what he saw in his mirrors, but Keselowski rightly pointed out that this incident contributed to confusion in a race that already had a challenging dynamic due to tire wear and the large number of drivers on track.

Given Houff’s record—four crashes in 18 races in 2020—and his lack of strong prior results in lower series, many are questioning if he should be competing at NASCAR’s highest level. He secured his current ride mainly due to bringing sponsor funding, replacing Landon Cassill, who struggled with fewer crashes but lacked sponsorship.

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In NASCAR, sponsorship money often weighs as heavily as driving talent when teams make decisions. This reality means some drivers, like Houff, may secure seats despite not demonstrating the necessary skill, simply because they bring financial backing. Until the system changes, teams will continue this practice, potentially to the detriment of the sport’s competitive integrity.

— Nick Bromberg, Yahoo Sports

Fan Take: This incident highlights a critical issue in NASCAR regarding the balance between talent and sponsorship money in driver selection. For fans seeking thrilling and skillful racing, ensuring only qualified drivers compete at the highest level is essential to maintain the sport’s credibility and excitement.

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