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The Backstretch Season 5, Episode 15: Dystany Spurlock

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Chase Elliott gets the win at Texas — and reaches two victories earlier in the season than ever before.

In Season 5, Episode 15 of The Backstretch Podcast, Heather Williams and crew chief Chris Carrier break down what Elliott’s fast start really means — and whether he’s now the biggest threat to Tyler Reddick’s early-season dominance.

We also dive into:

🏁 What Matters / What Doesn’t

  • Carson Hocevar at the Met Gala — unexpected, but does it actually matter?
  • Ryan Blaney and Tyler Reddick sign long-term deals, locking up two major names this silly season — no surprise, but how important is it?

    • 🎤 Turn 5 – Five Minutes with Dystany Spurlock

    Dystany joins the show to talk her journey, opportunity in the sport, and what comes next.

    📻 Say What? (Radio Chatter)

    • The No. 60 team penalized after a run-in with the 54 — was it the incident or the radio traffic that made the difference?
    • Kyle Busch avoids penalty in a similar situation — where’s the line?
    • Busch’s weekend continues with tension involving the 77 and the 42 — is fighting multiple battles helping or hurting his momentum?

      • 🛠 Pit Notes

      Chris Carrier previews Watkins Glen — strategy, braking zones, and how rain in the forecast could change everything.

      Fast takes. Real insight. Inside the garage.

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      #NASCAR #ChaseElliott #DystanySpurlock #WatkinsGlen #KyleBusch #TylerReddick #CupSeries #BackstretchPodcast

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