Justin Allgaier has faced challenges in the past month, especially in his role at Hendrick Motorsports and as the temporary driver of the No. 48 car while Alex Bowman recovers. Despite his success in the O’Reilly Series, including top finishes, Allgaier feels he is struggling in the Cup series. Owner points and qualifying orders play a significant role in his performance, with Allgaier excelling in the Saturday races but finding it challenging on Sundays. The tight competition, especially with the NextGen car, has pushed Allgaier to work hard and divide his time between the two cars. He hopes to support his teams and build momentum for Bowman’s return. Allgaier appreciates Bowman’s efforts to recover from vertigo and hopes for a successful comeback. He aims to keep the No. 48 team competitive and wishes for Bowman to achieve a ‘Cinderella story’ return to racing.
Justin Allgaier on Challenges of Alex Bowman Substitute Role
