Mechanical Issues Nix Ben Rhodes’ Strong Run at Watkins Glen

“The takeaway is that I learned a lot. I was racing with some of the best in the business, some of the best in the world. I gradually got better and better as the weekend progressed. I learned how to get through the bus stop better, made my shifts better, made my braking zones better and got more comfortable with our Alpha Chevy.”

Ben Rhodes / No. 88 Alpha Energy Solutions Chevrolet Preview: Watkins Glen International

“My mindset approaching Watkins Glen will be a little different than it would for an oval track. I only have two road course races under my belt so I have a lack of experience, but there’s a wealth of knowledge available in my JR Motorsports teammates. The key to success at all the road courses will be patience. I have to minimize my mistakes and survive. I feel like many people may take themselves out of competition by going too hard too soon.”

Ben Rhodes Recovers from Early Spin to Finish Third at Watkins Glen

LOUISVILLE, KY (August 11th, 2014) – The first attempt at road course racing in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East for 17-year-old Louisville, Kentucky, native and NASCAR Next driver Ben Rhodes was an eventful one. The rookie of the year contender and current series...