![]() ![]() ![]() Schatz was a mere one lap away from potentially stealing the title from Kyle Larson last year, and has brought a special retro look for his Tony Stewart/Curb-Agajanian Racing, Carquest Auto Parts, Ford Performance #15. The birthday boy proved he’s as strong as ever in Knoxville, Iowa on Sunday, when he drove forward to finish a close second in the Capitani Classic. Jason Johnson (Eunice, LA) started the stretch with his unforgettable 2016 triumph, Donny Schatz (Fargo, ND) followed him with a 10th title in 2017, Brad Sweet (Grass Valley, CA) broke through for his maiden crown in 2018, David Gravel drove the Axalta #41 to glory in 2019, and then Kyle Larson (Elk Grove, CA) finally took his place at the mountaintop in 2021.Ī victory for Sweet, Gravel, or Larson would make them the eighth driver to win multiple Knoxville Nationals through 61 years – joining Steve Kinser (12), Donny Schatz (10), Doug Wolfgang (5), Danny Lasoski (4), Kenny Weld (4), Mark Kinser (3), and Eddie Leavitt (2).ĬHASING STEVE: Competing in Wednesday’s preliminary night – which happens to be his 45th birthday – Donny Schatz begins his next quest at chasing an 11th title in the NOS Energy Drink Knoxville Nationals presented by Casey’s. SIX-FOR-SIX: For the first time since 1968-72, the Knoxville Nationals has offered five different champions through five consecutive runnings. Here’s what to watch for this weekend in Knoxville: ![]()
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