about 1 month ago

Connor Zilisch Says NASCAR Cup Jump ‘Harder Than F1’

“It’s just tougher,” Zilisch said, comparing NASCAR’s Cup leap to F1’s. “Cars here are even; the driver makes a big difference.” With 10 Xfinity wins, he joins Trackhouse Racing next season. Pointing to 4-time F1 champion Max Verstappen’s path, he added, “In F1, it’s more car-dependent. In Cup, adapting’s everything.” The 19-year-old’s test begins at the 2026 Daytona 500.