NASCAR driver Chase Elliott is confirmed to compete in both the Xfinity and Cup Series races this weekend at Pocono Raceway, according to Hendrick Motorsports. After claiming third place in Sunday’s event in Mexico City, Elliott will take on a demanding schedule with multiple series racing in Pennsylvania.
Hendrick Motorsports announced that Elliott, the 2022 Cup Series champion, will drive the No. 17 car in the Xfinity Series as well as the No. 9 car in the Cup Series during this weekend’s racing events. This marks one of the rare occasions when Elliott manages double duties across NASCAR’s major series at the same track.
Surprise! The No. 17 gets a familiar face with Chase Elliott pulling double duty at Pocono Raceway,
Hendrick Motorsports stated.
A Return to Xfinity with Previous Success
This appearance will be Elliott’s second time racing in the Xfinity Series this year, having previously competed in April at Darlington. In that race, he finished in second place behind Brandon Jones of Joe Gibbs Racing, driving the same No. 17 Chevrolet.
Elliott has a strong history with the Xfinity Series, having raced full-time for JR Motorsports in the No. 9 car during the 2014 and 2015 seasons. In that period, he secured four wins before moving on to a Cup Series career, though he has returned occasionally to the Xfinity level.
Overall, Chase Elliott has participated in 86 Xfinity Series races, earning six wins, 70 top-10 finishes, and two poles, demonstrating consistent competitiveness in the series when he steps down from the Cup level.
Context and Upcoming Challenges for NASCAR
The Pocono weekend will feature events across all three national series—Cup, Xfinity, and Trucks—making it a busy and crucial weekend for teams and drivers. Elliott’s double duty is notable for its physical and mental demands, testing his skill and endurance over multiple races.
With other key NASCAR figures such as Denny Hamlin and Bubba Wallace facing challenges, the weekend adds to the season’s overall tension and excitement. How Elliott performs could influence his momentum as the series progresses.
Fans and analysts will watch closely to see whether Elliott’s experience and proven track record at different levels of NASCAR racing translate into strong results again at Pocono Raceway.
