Watkins Glen never fails to stir up drama, and on August 10, 2025, a late caution call on lap 28 had fans on X buzzing with accusations of favoritism toward Chase Elliott. The chaos kicked off when Josh Berry spun out after the bus stop, backing into the wall and triggering a wreck that also clipped Ty Dillon.

The caution flag waved, but not before Elliott, struggling on old tires and slipping outside the top 20, managed to pit. Fans quickly pointed fingers, claiming the delayed call was suspiciously timed to give NASCAR’s so-called “golden boy” a lifeline. The incident, paired with long-simmering gripes about Elliott getting preferential treatment, lit up social media with conspiracy theories and frustration.

Fans have had enough

“NASCAR always helps their golden boy, it’s painfully

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