The Dillon brothers once again showcased their rivalry on the NASCAR stage during the Clash at the Bowman Gray. Ty Dillon has been a regular in the Cup Series with multiple wins, but Ty is still trying to establish his presence. With Ty back to Cup Series racing, the two once again traded paint in the qualifying race, and let’s just say it was more than rough racing. This aggression and back-and-forth ultimately stalled both their progress in the main event.
This was evidence of how the brothers are still in the process of mending their relationship and might be of concern for Richard Childress. However, Richard Childress, who has closely mentored his grandsons, has seen the two turn a corner for good. Although the fender-bending action on the racetrack seems ultra-competitive, they are making headway off the racetrack.
Childress opened up about the importance of family bonds, especially between the younger generation while speaking on Dale Jr. Download. The conversation between Childress and Dale Earnhardt Jr. highlighted the significance of family unity, a topic that resonated deeply with both.
How Austin and Ty are carrying Richard Childress’ legacy forward
On the podcast, Dale Earnhardt Jr. shared a heartwarming moment when he saw Austin and Ty Dillon together on a hunting trip. “I think I texted Austin when I saw them, they had this hunting trip together. I said, man, that’s nice to see you boys enjoying each other,” Dale Jr. recalled. This moment of brotherly bonding sparked a conversation with Richard Childress.
The veteran team owner then shared how fulfilling it was to see his grandsons continuing the traditions he passed down to them. “Both of them have young kids around… boys around. See them out, teaching them how to hunt. That’s the way I carried them when they were real young,” Richard Childress said this to Dale Jr. while having a conversation on his podcast.
Austin and Ty look forward to the upcoming season after a forgettable 2024
The 2024 season was a tough year for both Austin and Ty Dillon, with both facing significant challenges. Ty Dillon’s season included multiple team changes, driving for Kaulig Racing and Team AmeriVet, but without any notable results. On the other hand, Austin’s 68-race winless streak was broken in a controversial fashion. But, the victory stripped due to race manipulation allegations. These setbacks have left both drivers eager to improve in 2025.
Ty is set to return to the Cup Series full-time with Kaulig Racing in the newly renumbered No. 10 car. He is replacing Daniel Hemric, who finished 29th in the Cup Series championship standings. Meanwhile, Austin has a fresh start with the No. 3 car at RCR. Among the many driver-crew chief shuffles going into the 2025 season, Richard Boswell will be taking over as crew chief for RCR. This will be a crucial move for Austin, who is looking to build momentum after a challenging 2024.
As Austin and Ty look to rebound from a challenging 2024 season, their focus on family and perseverance serves as a reminder of the values that have made the Childress name synonymous with NASCAR success. The future of the Childress racing empire is in good hands.
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