Joey Logano, a three-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, expressed dissatisfaction with Ross Chastain‘s driving during a recent race at Martinsville Speedway. Logano’s frustration was evident as he referred to Chastain, a Trackhouse Racing driver, as a “jacka**” in a post-race interview. This sparked a fervent reaction among stock car racing fans, who rushed to Chastain’s defense, challenging Logano’s critical remarks.
On Wednesday, April 2, 2025, during a media event, Chastain addressed Logano’s comments, revealing his confusion and disappointment over being called such a name. The incident continued to stir emotions among fans, with many expressing their support for Chastain and questioning Logano’s choice of words.
During the Goodyear 400 race on March 30, 2025, Logano qualified in seventh position and completed the race in eighth, while Chastain, who started in 17th place, finished in an impressive sixth, two spots ahead of Logano. The results added another layer of complexity to the on-track dynamics between the two drivers.
Additionally, Logano spoke out about perceived issues in NASCAR involving Xfinity and Truck Series drivers. He conveyed concerns about these drivers potentially lacking preparedness for the higher levels due to what he described as “pay-to-play” practices, in a SiriusXM interview.
The Middletown, Connecticut native, currently sits ninth in the Cup Series driver’s points standings, tallying 199 points. His recent performance includes a single top-ten finish at Martinsville Speedway, out of seven starts this season, and leading 260 laps, with an average start position of 8.571.
This ongoing verbal sparring and fan backlash underscore the intense nature of competitive racing. As drivers like Joey Logano and Ross Chastain continue to clash, the passionate response from NASCAR’s dedicated fanbase highlights the sport’s vibrant dynamics and community engagement.
