Justin Allgaier has had a challenging month despite his success, especially in his roles at Hendrick Motorsports and driving the No. 48 car while Alex Bowman is recovering. While performing well in the O’Reilly Series for JR Motorsport on Saturdays, finishing in the top four consistently, the Cup side has been tough for Allgaier. He expressed feeling like he’s failing at both during the weekend at Rockingham, attributing the discrepancies to owner points and qualifying orders.
In the O’Reilly Series, Allgaier benefits from taking timed laps later when the track is at its best condition, allowing him to qualify well and perform strongly. However, in the Cup car, he starts races with points disadvantage and qualifies in the middle of the pack, making each pit stop a struggle. The tight competition with the NextGen car further complicates matters.
Despite the challenges, Allgaier is working hard to support his crew chief Blake Harris and ensure the No. 48 team finds momentum. With numerous meetings and trips between cars each week, he aims to help the team succeed until Bowman can return to racing after recovering from vertigo. Allgaier will continue driving the No. 48 car at Bristol, showing commitment to building momentum for the team even in challenging circumstances. He hopes for Bowman’s swift recovery and a successful return to the track, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a competitive edge in his race day roles.
