Ross Chastain's rivalry with Daniel Suarez is heating up, with the two NASCAR drivers clashing at the Las Vegas race weekend.
What happened?
Suarez, who now drives for Spire Motorsports, admitted on the Happy Hour podcast that he and Chastain were never friends during their time together at Trackhouse Racing.
Chastain's aggressive driving led to a heated exchange between the two on the cool-down lap, with both drivers storming out of their cars and exchanging words.
Why it matters for Ross Chastain
Chastain's reputation as one of NASCAR's most fiery personalities continues to grow, with his feud with Suarez being just one of many high-profile rivalries.
Suarez described Chastain's behavior as "two-faced" and compared him to an angry girlfriend lashing out.
What comes next?
The feud between Chastain and Suarez shows no signs of slowing down, with the two drivers likely to continue clashing on the track.
As of the 2026 season, Suarez has had a decent start with one top-5 and three top-10 finishes, while Chastain continues to drive for Trackhouse Racing.
Chastain crossed the line in 17th at the Las Vegas race, while Suarez settled for 18th.
The incident between the two drivers occurred on the backstretch, with Chastain appearing to flash a one-finger gesture toward Suarez during the pass.
Suarez has stated that he doesn't have any hard feelings toward Chastain, but the tension between them is palpable.
The rivalry between Chastain and Suarez is just one of many storylines in the NASCAR Cup Series, with fans eagerly anticipating their next matchup.
Chastain's aggressive driving style has led to conflicts with other drivers, including Noah Gragson and Joey Logano.
As the season heats up, it will be interesting to see how Chastain's feud with Suarez plays out, and whether it will affect his performance on the track.