NASCAR Fans React Strongly to Austin Dillon Following Christopher Bell Crash – ‘Time for a Lifetime Ban’

NASCAR fans are venting their frustration with Austin Dillon after a controversial collision with Christopher Bell during the Go Bowling at The Glen race at Watkins Glen. The incident, which unfolded on lap 62 of the 90-lap event, ignited a flurry of online outrage.

Dillon’s aggressive maneuver sent Bell’s No. 20 car spinning into the pit lane, prompting many fans to take to social media with strong reactions. One user didn’t hold back, stating:

“Austin Dillon is such a joke. Took out Bell for what reason? Without his granddaddy’s influence, he’d be out of this series.”

Fans echoed similar sentiments, questioning Dillon’s motives. Another commenter pointed out, “Unless Bell signaled his pit, there was no reason for Dillon to dive into the corner and turn him.”

One particularly outraged fan suggested a drastic solution, claiming, “Austin Dillon is literally the dirtiest driver in NASCAR. He needs a lifetime ban.”

This isn’t Dillon’s first run-in with the fanbase; similar backlash followed his controversial win at the Richmond Raceway, where his aggressive driving raised eyebrows. Ultimately, he received penalties that negated the win in terms of playoffs standings.

Dillon reflected on that Richmond incident, saying, “I went to sleep feeling good about everything I did for my team.” It seems that, regardless of fan frustration, Dillon continues to race with the same intensity.