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June 6, 2026

Nos. 17, 44 teams penalized in pre-race Cup inspection at Michigan


Two teams were penalized for infractions during Saturday’s pre-race technical inspection for the NASCAR Cup Series at Michigan International Speedway.

The No. 17 RFK Racing Ford for driver Chris Buescher failed inspection on each of its first two attempts before passing on its third attempt. The same occurred for the No. 44 NY Racing Chevrolet, which will be driven this week by J.J. Yeley.

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As a result, both teams will lose pit selection for Sunday’s FireKeepers Casino 400 (3 p.m. ET, Prime Video, HBO Max, MRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio). Additionally, each team’s car chief was ejected from the event. No. 17 car chief Joshua Sisco and No. 44 car chief Lee Leslie are sidelined for the race weekend.

This story will be updated.

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