Ryan Blaney outperformed Ross Chastain following the incident.
Ross Chastain, Denny Hamlin (In Circle), and Ryan Blaney (Via IMAGO) were involved in the beef reignited during the 2024 Las Vegas Cup race. The aggressive defense displayed by the Team Penske driver resulted in some intriguing moments on the track.
Blaney has gained notoriety for his emotional outbursts over the team communication system, providing several comical moments throughout the years. As per three-time Daytona 500 winner, the recent outburst involving Blaney and Chastain is a regular occurrence and should not be overanalyzed.
When discussing the Blaney-Chastain incident, the Daytona 500 winner highlighted that Blaney frequently expresses his frustrations over the radio during race days, making this incident nothing out of the ordinary.
The beef between the two drivers became a headline following Ross Chastain’s post-race remarks. The Chevy driver, representing car number 1, took a jab at the Ford driver of car number 12, reminding him of their encounter during the 2023 Championship-4 race.
Chastain’s impressive defensive maneuvers allowed him to outperform Blaney, who was determined to secure the championship. The tension between them escalated to the point where Blaney displayed an offensive gesture towards Chastain while racing.
As they head into the upcoming weekend at Phoenix, both drivers will once again find themselves in contention, equipped with competitive vehicles capable of securing race victories on a weekly basis. The outcome of their ongoing rivalry will undoubtedly be intriguing to witness.