In a commanding performance, 18-year-old Connor Zilisch claimed his fifth ARCA Menards Series win of the 2024 season at Watkins Glen International, leading every lap of the 41-lap race. Zilisch, who was fastest in practice and took pole position, avenged last year’s runner-up finish with a flawless flag-to-flag victory.
William Sawalich, Zilisch’s closest rival, trailed 12.778 seconds behind, with both drivers set to battle for the ARCA East crown next weekend in Bristol. Xfinity Series regular Brandon Jones finished third, while Andres Perez made an impressive run from the back of the field to place fourth. Connor Mosack completed the top five.
Local drivers saw mixed results. Buffalo native Andy Jankowiak secured 13th, while Rochester’s Chris Werth recovered from a spin to finish 19th. Complete results can be found here. The ARCA Menards Series returns to action at Bristol Motor Speedway next Thursday.
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