Ross Chastain built his NASCAR reputation on gritty drives and bold moves. He climbed slowly from smaller teams to national recognition. His profile skyrocketed after joining Trackhouse Racing, where he delivered signature wins, including the 2025 Coca-Cola 600. This was a crown-jewel triumph from the back of the grid in a backup car. He passed William Byron in the closing laps. But since that high point, momentum has stalled. In the races following Charlotte, Chastain has managed only two top-10s, a slump that has raised questions about consistency. Recently, Trackhouse co-owner Justin Marks publicly addressed the situation and hinted at where he believes the solution lies.

Ross Chastain and Justin Marks have built a working relationship defined by mutual respect and candid evaluation. M

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