Ryan Blaney Collides with AJ Allmendinger in NASCAR Kansas Pit Incident

On April 19 at Kansas Speedway, Ryan Blaney made contact with AJ Allmendinger on pit road on Lap 39. The collision occurred as Allmendinger was entering his stall and Blaney was pulling out.

Pit road collision details

Blaney had pitted because his right-front tire showed cords. As he left his stall, he turned Allmendinger’s car around. Blaney said on the radio his car had no damage.

Consequences for Allmendinger

Allmendinger dropped to last place and fell two laps down. He warned over the radio, “Our race is done.” He remained two laps down nearing the end of Stage 1.

Context and reaction

The episode added to a long line of pit road incidents involving Blaney. The NASCAR Kansas pit incident drew immediate attention from teams and fans.

Reporting

Report by Mike Organ of Filmogaz.com. He can be reached at 615-259-8021 or on X @MikeOrganWriter.