Overview
- On the cooldown lap at Martinsville, Mayer intentionally hit Burton in Turn 1, spinning the No. 27 into the outside wall.
- NASCAR issued a one-race suspension under its member code of conduct following a review of replays and interviews with both drivers.
- Haas Factory Team confirmed Ryan Sieg will pilot the No. 41 at Phoenix, marking his 400th career Xfinity start.
- Mayer had already fallen eight points short of the Championship 4 at Martinsville, and his absence from Phoenix will affect his final points position.
- The penalty reflects NASCAR’s recent enforcement stance and precedent on intentional post-race contact, with Elton Sawyer emphasizing such actions will not be tolerated.