Chase Elliott is an American professional stock car racing driver known for competing in the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series. He drives the No. 9 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Hendrick Motorsports full-time in the Cup Series and the No. 17 Chevrolet Camaro part-time in the Xfinity Series. Notably, he won the 2014 NASCAR Xfinity Series championship, making him the first rookie and youngest driver to achieve a national series championship in NASCAR history.
1986: Bill Elliott's Historic All-Star Race Win
In 1986, Bill Elliott won the NASCAR All-Star Race at Atlanta Motor Speedway, a track different from the usual Charlotte Motor Speedway host site. This victory would later become significant as his son, Chase Elliott, replicated this feat by winning the same race at Bristol Motor Speedway in 2020.
1988: Bill Elliott Wins Winston Cup Series Championship
In 1988, Chase Elliott's father, Bill Elliott, won the Winston Cup Series championship. This victory made the Elliotts the third father-son NASCAR champions in history.
1990: Historical Daytona Achievement
Chase Elliott became the third driver in NASCAR history, after Davey Allison in 1990, to win both the Daytona 500 pole and a qualifying race.
1992: Alan Kulwicki's Championship Run
Alan Kulwicki's championship-winning season in 1992 holds a special place in NASCAR history. This season was marked by Kulwicki's determination, culminating in his memorable championship victory. Notably, this season also marked Hooters' last victory as a primary sponsor in NASCAR until Chase Elliott's win at Texas Motor Speedway in 2024.
November 28, 1995: Birth of Chase Elliott
On November 28, 1995, William Clyde "Chase" Elliott II, an American professional stock car racing driver, was born.
1996: Daytona Double
Chase Elliott's Daytona 500 pole and Can-Am Duel win in 2017 made him the first driver since Dale Earnhardt in 1996 to achieve this feat.
2006: Chase for the Cup Qualification
In 2016, Chase Elliott became one of the first rookies since Denny Hamlin in 2006 to qualify for the Chase for the Cup.
July 13, 2009: Chase Elliott Featured in Sports Illustrated
At 13 years old, Chase Elliott was featured in the July 13, 2009, issue of Sports Illustrated as a potential sports star, alongside other future athletes such as Jordan Spieth and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist.
2010: Chase Elliott's Successful Third Season in Racing
During his third season of racing in 2010, Chase Elliott won 12 races out of 40, finishing in the top ten 38 times. He also won the Blizzard Series, Miller Lite, and Gulf Coast championships, and was named the Georgia Asphalt Pro Late Model Series Rookie of the Year.
April 2011: Chase Elliott Named Sports Illustrated High School Player of the Week
Chase Elliott was named the Sports Illustrated high school player of the week in April 2011.
2011: Chase Elliott's First Race in NASCAR K&N Pro Series West
Chase Elliott participated in his first NASCAR K&N Pro Series West race in 2011, finishing third.
2012: Chase Elliott Competes in Two More K&N Pro Series West Races
Chase Elliott participated in two more NASCAR K&N Pro Series West races in 2012.
2012: Chase Elliott Competes in ARCA Racing Series
In 2012, Chase Elliott competed in six ARCA Racing Series races to gain experience on larger tracks.
2012: Chase Elliott Signs with Hendrick Motorsports and Competes in K&N Pro Series East
In 2012, Chase Elliott signed a driver development contract with Hendrick Motorsports and competed in the K&N Pro Series East.
2012: Chase Elliott Wins Alan Turner Snowflake 100
In 2012, Chase Elliott won the Alan Turner Snowflake 100 for the second time in three years.
January 2013: Chase Elliott to Compete in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
It was announced in January 2013 that Chase Elliott would be competing in nine NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races for Hendrick Motorsports during the 2013 season.
June 8, 2013: Chase Elliott Becomes Youngest Winner in ARCA Superspeedway History
On June 8, 2013, Chase Elliott won at Pocono Raceway, making him the youngest winner in ARCA superspeedway history.
November 2013: Chase Elliott Wins All American 400
Chase Elliott won the All American 400 in November 2013, becoming the first driver to win all four of the biggest short-track races in the country: the All American 400, the Snowball Derby, the World Crown 300, and the Winchester 400.
2013: First Race Against Father
In 2013, Chase Elliott raced against his father Bill Elliott for the first time in a late model race at South Alabama Speedway.
2013: Chase Elliott's Last Truck Race Before Hiatus
Chase Elliott's participation in the Alpha Energy Solutions 200 in October 2016 marked his first truck race since 2013.
January 2014: Chase Elliott Announces Full-Time Nationwide Series Run
In January 2014, Chase Elliott announced his participation in the Nationwide Series for the full season, driving the No. 9 Chevrolet for JR Motorsports.
April 4, 2014: Chase Elliott Wins O'Reilly Auto Parts 300
On April 4, 2014, Chase Elliott secured a victory in the O'Reilly Auto Parts 300 at Texas Motor Speedway, overtaking Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch in the closing laps.
April 11, 2014: Chase Elliott Wins VFW Sport Clips Help a Hero 200
Chase Elliott emerged victorious in the VFW Sport Clips Help a Hero 200 at Darlington Raceway on April 11, 2014, overtaking Elliott Sadler on the final lap.
January 29, 2015: Chase Elliott's Cup Series Debut Announcement
On January 29, 2015, Hendrick Motorsports announced Chase Elliott's entry into the Sprint Cup Series, starting with five races in the No. 25 car before taking over Jeff Gordon's No. 24 in 2016.
May 5, 2015: Sprint All-Star Race Debut
On May 5, 2015, it was announced that Chase Elliott would participate in the Sprint All-Star Race's Sprint Showdown, where he finished 8th and 5th in the two segments.
2015: Chase Elliott Wins Snowball Derby After Disqualification
In 2015, Chase Elliott won the Snowball Derby after the initial winner, Christopher Bell, was disqualified.
2015: Chase Elliott's First DNF and Richmond Win
Chase Elliott experienced his first DNF in 2015 at Daytona. However, he went on to win his first race of the season at Richmond, ending a 36-race winless streak.
September 18, 2016: Near Miss at Chicagoland
On September 18, 2016, at the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 400, Chase Elliott came close to his first win, leading with a 3-second gap before a late caution flag reset the field, ultimately leading to a 3rd place finish.
October 2016: Chase Elliott Returns to Truck Racing at Martinsville
Chase Elliott returned to truck racing in October 2016 at Martinsville Speedway, his first race in the series since 2013.
2016: Chase Elliott's Rookie Season
Chase Elliott embarked on his first full-time Sprint Cup Series season in 2016, driving the No. 24 car and securing the Rookie of the Year title.
2016: Chase Elliott's Rookie Season in the NASCAR Cup Series
In 2016, Chase Elliott began racing full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, replacing Jeff Gordon. He was named the 2016 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Rookie of the Year.
2016: Forza Motorsport 6 Feature
In 2016, Chase Elliott was featured as a playable driver in Forza Motorsport 6, via the NASCAR expansion pack. The expansion included his No. 24 NAPA SS paint scheme from the 2016 Sprint Cup Series season.
2016: Taking Over the No. 24
In 2016, as planned, Chase Elliott replaced the retiring Jeff Gordon in the No. 24 car, marking a significant step in his NASCAR career.
2016: Chase Elliott's Part-Time Xfinity Success
In 2016, while racing full-time in the Cup Series, Chase Elliott also participated in 5 Xfinity Series races, securing a win at the season-opening PowerShares QQQ 300 at Daytona.
October 1, 2017: Missed Opportunities and Post-Race Tensions
On October 1, 2017, Chase Elliott lost a significant lead at Dover due to lap traffic, costing him a potential win. Later, at Martinsville, he was spun out of the lead by Denny Hamlin, leading to a heated post-race confrontation.
2017: Chase Elliott Wins at Martinsville in Truck Series
Chase Elliott joined GMS Racing for two races in the Truck Series in 2017, winning at Martinsville Speedway.
2017: Voice Acting in Cars 3
In 2017, Chase Elliott provided the voice for the character Chase Racelott in the Pixar film Cars 3.
2017: Strong Start to the 2017 Season
Chase Elliott started 2017 with a bang, winning the Daytona 500 pole for the second year in a row, followed by a victory in the Can-Am Duel race. He also secured a stage win at Martinsville and experienced a significant crash at Talladega.
2018: First Cup Series Victory
Chase Elliott finally clinched his first Cup Series win in 2018 at Watkins Glen International, mirroring his father's first win on a road course.
2018: Successful Season and Playoff Run
Chase Elliott had a successful 2018, securing his first two Cup Series wins at Watkins Glen and Dover. He went on to win at Kansas, making it three wins for the season. Although he made the playoffs, he was eliminated after a crash at Phoenix.
2018: Filling in for Spencer Gallagher
Following Spencer Gallagher's suspension from NASCAR in 2018, Chase Elliott stepped in to pilot the No. 23 car for GMS Racing in several races, including events at Charlotte, Pocono, Chicagoland, Daytona, and Bristol.
2018: Switching to No. 9
In 2018, Chase Elliott switched to the No. 9 car, the same number his father used during his career, marking a tribute to his racing heritage.
2019: 2019 NASCAR Cup Series Season
In 2019, Chase Elliott began his season with finishes outside the top 10 but secured his first win at Talladega. He continued to perform well, securing another victory at Watkins Glen. Despite setbacks, he achieved his third win of the season at the Charlotte Roval. Despite further challenges, including engine failure, he finished the season strongly.
2020: 2020 NASCAR Cup Series Season Begins
Chase Elliott started the 2020 NASCAR Cup Series season with a stage win and a 17th-place finish at the Daytona 500. Despite early success at Las Vegas, a tire issue led to a disappointing finish. He achieved top-ten finishes in subsequent races and dominated at Phoenix, ultimately finishing seventh.
2020: Elliott's Triumph and Setbacks in 2020
In 2020, Chase Elliott achieved a significant career milestone by equaling his personal best for wins in a season, securing his fifth victory at Talladega. This win not only showcased his strength at superspeedways but also highlighted his ability to consistently contend for victories. Despite this success, the season was not without its challenges.
2020: Elliott's All-Star Race Triumph and Road Course Dominance
In 2020, Chase Elliott triumphed at the NASCAR All-Star Race, making history alongside his father, Bill Elliott, as the second father-son duo to win the prestigious event. Notably, Bill's victory in 1986 also took place at a track different from the usual Charlotte Motor Speedway, similar to Chase's win at Bristol. Later that year, Elliott's dominance extended to road courses, as he secured a victory at the inaugural Go Bowling 235 on the Daytona road course, further solidifying his reputation as a skilled road course racer.
2021: SRX Series Season Finale at Nashville
In the 2021 SRX Series season finale at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, Chase Elliott started fourth and battled his father Bill Elliott for much of the second half. He eventually cleared his father to win the race, marking the second time the father-son duo raced against each other since 2013.
2021: Chase Documentary Release
In 2021, a documentary titled Chase, co-created with Dale Earnhardt Jr., was released, focusing on the story of Chase Elliott's racing career.
2021: NASCAR Heat: Ultimate Edition+ Cover Appearance
In 2021, Chase Elliott was featured on the cover of the Nintendo Switch-exclusive NASCAR Heat: Ultimate Edition+.
2021: Substituting for Michael Annett
In 2021, Chase Elliott filled in for Michael Annett at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course race.
2021: 24 Hours of Daytona Debut
In 2021, Chase Elliott debuted in the 24 Hours of Daytona, driving the No. 31 Cadillac for Action Express Racing. Despite starting on the pole, the car encountered multiple mechanical issues, leading to Elliott racing while the team was 22 laps behind. The race ended prematurely for them due to a gear failure with four hours remaining.
2021: Chase Elliott Races in Truck Series at Texas
Chase Elliott raced in the Truck Series again in 2021, driving for GMS Racing at Texas Motor Speedway.
2021: 2021: A Season of Highs and Lows for Elliott
Chase Elliott experienced a mixed bag of results throughout the 2021 season. Despite a strong start with a 2nd place finish in the Daytona 500, a late spin at the Daytona Road Course cost him a potential win. May brought victory at the inaugural race at the Circuit of the Americas, marking a significant milestone for Hendrick Motorsports and Chevrolet. However, a disqualification at Nashville due to loose lug nuts, followed by a feud with Kevin Harvick culminating in a wreck at the Charlotte Roval, added a layer of drama to Elliott's season.
February 2022: Elliott Extends Contract with Hendrick Motorsports
In February 2022, Chase Elliott secured his future with Hendrick Motorsports by signing a five-year contract extension, extending his commitment to the team until 2027.
2022: Elliott Clinches Regular Season Championship
Chase Elliott secured the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series regular season championship with a race to spare, showcasing consistent performance throughout the season. However, the final race at Daytona proved dramatic, with Elliott leading the most laps before being caught in a rain-induced crash. Despite finishing 29th, his points lead was sufficient to clinch the regular season title.
2022: Chase Elliott Drives for Spire Motorsports at Bristol Dirt
In 2022, Chase Elliott drove the No. 7 for Spire Motorsports in the Bristol Dirt event.
2022: NASCAR 21: Ignition and NASCAR Rivals Features
In 2022, Chase Elliott was one of three drivers on the cover of NASCAR 21: Ignition and was also featured in the Nintendo Switch-exclusive NASCAR Rivals, along with his car and 2022 paint schemes.
2022: Darlington Disappointment
In an unexpected turn of events, Chase Elliott was unable to qualify for the Darlington spring race in 2022 due to the cancellation of qualifying because of rain.
2022: SRX Series Season Finale at Sharon Speedway
In the 2022 SRX Series season finale at Sharon Speedway, Chase Elliott won his second heat race and later won the main race after a battle with Tony Stewart.
2022: A Season of Two Halves for Elliott
The 2022 season proved to be a tale of two halves for Chase Elliott. A promising start with consistent top-15 finishes, including a win at Dover, was followed by a series of setbacks. A crash at Kansas, disappointment at the All-Star Race, a wreck in the Coca-Cola 600, and contact with Ross Chastain at Gateway contributed to a challenging period for the driver. Despite the setbacks, he still managed to secure the regular season championship.
February 17, 2023: Chase Elliott Fills in at Daytona Truck Race
Chase Elliott took the wheel of the No. 35 Chevy Silverado RST race truck for McAnally Hilgemann Racing in the season-opening truck race at Daytona International Speedway on February 17, 2023, filling in for Jake Garcia, who was not old enough to compete.
March 3, 2023: Elliott Sidelined with Injury, Berry Steps In
On March 3, 2023, Chase Elliott's season took an unexpected turn when he sustained a fractured tibia in a snowboarding accident. As a result, Xfinity Series driver Josh Berry was called upon to substitute for Elliott in the No. 9 car. This marked a significant setback for Elliott, forcing him to miss races while recovering from his injury.
2023: Remote Guest Commentator for Fox NASCAR
In 2023, while recovering from a broken leg, Chase Elliott appeared as a remote guest commentator for the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix.
2024: Elliott Snaps Winless Streak at Texas
In 2024, Chase Elliott ended a 42-race winless drought with a resounding victory at Texas Motor Speedway. The victory was particularly significant for his sponsor, Hooters, as it marked their first win as a primary sponsor since Alan Kulwicki's championship season in 1992.
2027: Elliott's Contract Extension with Hendrick Motorsports
In February 2022, Chase Elliott signed a contract extension with Hendrick Motorsports, securing his position with the team until 2027. This long-term agreement reflects the team's confidence in his abilities and sets the stage for his future endeavors in NASCAR.