Würth 400
Rain was the name of the game at Dover Motor Speedway. It canceled NASCAR Cup Series qualifying on Saturday and delayed the start of the Würth 400 until Monday afternoon.
Once drivers finally took to the track, it was an incident-filled opening stage. One major event that would have long-lasting repercussions came on lap 81.
Ross Chastain, who was running P4, got into the back of the No. 15 of Brennan Poole. While Poole was spinning, he collected the No. 5 of Kyle Larson who was running P5.
Ross Chastain hits Brennan Poole!
Poole into Kyle Larson. 😵
🎥 : @NASCAR pic.twitter.com/1GD9ifbDsP
— NASCAR on NBC (@NASCARonNBC) May 1, 2023
Nearing the end of the race, despite being 40 laps down, Larson had something to say to the ‘Melon Man’ about his earlier actions.
Rich MARvelous Move of the Race
As Chastain was attempting to catch the leader and eventual race winner, Martin Truex, Jr., Larson refused to move out of the way.
.@KyleLarsonRacin had a point to make with @RossChastain. pic.twitter.com/IqIuf3XIMY
— NASCAR (@NASCAR) May 1, 2023
I believe that is the on-track version of, “You shall not pass.”
While it would not be a race-winning move for Larson, it certainly prevented Chastain from taking home the checkered flag. However, it remains to be seen if it sent the message Larson intended to send.
Larson went on to finish the day P32, while Chastain finished runner-up.
Rich Mar & IndyCar
In case you missed it, Rich Mar Florist announced a partnership with Alexander Rossi for several races in the 2023 IndyCar season. The first race with Rich Mar as the sponsor will be the Indianapolis 500.
Be sure to tune in to see the Rich Mar colors at the Brickyard, and beyond!
Pit Pass Network would like to extend a huge thank you to Rich Mar Florist for their partnership in the Rich MARvelous Move of the race! Be sure to check out their website for all your floral needs and follow them on social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) and stay up-to-date with all the Team Rich Mar NASCAR happenings.
