The Backstretch

The Backstretch Season 5, Episode 12: Cole Custer

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Ty Gibbs gets his first career Cup Series win — and he does it at Bristol Motor Speedway.

In Season 5, Episode 12 of The Backstretch Podcast, Heather Williams and crew chief Chris Carrier break down Gibbs’ breakthrough moment and what it means for his future — and the rest of the field.

We also dive into:

🏁 What Matters / What Doesn’t

  • The 750 horsepower package has now been tested across multiple track types — does the added power actually matter?
  • Cup drivers sweep all three races at Bristol, with a record number competing in the Truck Series — is that good for the sport?

    • 🎤 Turn 5 – Five Minutes with Cole Custer

    Cole joins the show to talk Bristol, the current state of competition, and what drivers are seeing as the season evolves.

    📻 Say What? (Radio Chatter)

    • Ryan Blaney and the No. 12 team — frustration, adjustments, and what it signals heading into Kansas
    • The No. 8 team continues to be a talking point — at what point does something have to change?

      • 🛠 Pit Notes

      Chris Carrier previews Kansas Speedway — his hometown track — breaking down speed, tire wear, and what it takes to win on one of the fastest intermediates on the schedule.

      Fast takes. Real insight. Inside the garage.

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