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Rajah Caruth Takes Responsibility for Rockingham Crash as Friesen Questions NASCAR Future

A dramatic wreck on lap 117 ended Stewart Friesen’s race and left him contemplating his career, while Rajah Caruth rebounded to a fourth-place finish after accepting full blame.

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Overview

  • The NASCAR Truck Series returned to Rockingham Speedway for the first time since 2013, showcasing the challenges of its worn asphalt.
  • Rajah Caruth triggered a multi-truck crash on lap 117 after losing control in Turn 4, eliminating veteran Stewart Friesen’s race.
  • Caruth publicly acknowledged fault for the incident, highlighting the sport’s emphasis on accountability among drivers.
  • Despite the wreck, Caruth leveraged strong pit strategy to recover and finish fourth, demonstrating resilience under pressure.
  • Stewart Friesen, frustrated by repeated setbacks and a three-year winless streak, openly questioned whether continuing in NASCAR is worth the emotional and physical toll.