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YouTuber Cleetus McFarland Secures Gritty Top-10 Finish at Talladega

Garrett Mitchell overcame a broken valve spring and mechanical setbacks to achieve his best ARCA result, drawing 70,000 live viewers and praise from veteran drivers.

A detail view of a "Talladega Superspeedway" signage during the NASCAR Xfinity Series Ag-Pro 300 at Talladega Superspeedway on April 26, 2025 in Talladega, Alabama.
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Overview

  • Garrett Mitchell, known as Cleetus McFarland, finished 10th at Talladega in the ARCA Menards Series, despite running on seven cylinders after a broken valve spring on lap five.
  • The race marked a career-best result for McFarland, who rebounded from a crash-filled debut at Daytona earlier this year.
  • NASCAR streamed McFarland's in-car camera to YouTube, attracting nearly 70,000 live viewers, highlighting his innovative approach to fan engagement.
  • Veteran drivers Alex Bowman and Greg Biffle praised McFarland's performance, with Bowman emphasizing his serious approach to racing despite his YouTuber persona.
  • McFarland hinted at a potential return to the ARCA race at Talladega in the fall, though no plans have been confirmed.