The outcomes of the No. 3 Richard Childress Racing crew’s enchantment have been introduced on Wednesday, and they didn’t go effectively for RCR.
RCR had been penalized by NASCAR for the way in which Austin Dillon completed the Cup Collection race at Richmond on Aug. 11. Dillon bumped each Joey Logano and Denny Hamlin out of the way in which to be able to safe a race win that he hoped would assist the No. 3 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 qualify for the playoffs. Nonetheless, NASCAR determined to withdraw Dillon’s playoff eligibility on account of his reckless driving. Dillon and the No. 3 crew have been additionally docked 25 factors within the drivers’ and homeowners’ standings, whereas No. 3 crew spotter Brandon Benesch was suspended three races.
RCR appealed the choice to the Nationwide Motorsports Appeals Panel. The panel upheld most facets of the penalty, however it did scale back Benesch’s suspension to at least one race.
The panel mentioned in an announcement that Dillon and the No. 3 crew had crossed a line with their actions.
“NASCAR represents elite motorsports and, as such, its drivers are anticipated to reveal exemplary conduct if its collection’ championships are to be validated. On this case, the ‘line’ was crossed,” the assertion mentioned.
RCR responded with an announcement saying it plans to enchantment to the Last Attraction Officer.
