NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Justin Allgaier. Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Watch: Justin Allgaier knocked out of Xfinity Series race after crashing into wall

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 4/20/24

Justin Allgaier was knocked out of Saturday’s Xfinity Series race at Talladega Superspeedway after crashing out at the end of Stage 1.

Allgaier was exiting turn 2 on lap 26 of the Ag-Pro 300 and made some contact with Riley Herbst. Allgaier lost control of his No. 7 Chevrolet Camaro for JR Motorsports, which slammed into a wall.

A big hit for Justin Allgaier at Talladega. Jesse Love claims Stage 1 under caution. https://t.co/2toTEb6Bgc pic.twitter.com/9O43DhRE0L

— FOX: NASCAR (@NASCARONFOX) April 20, 2024

The hood of Allgaier’s car was completely busted up after the crash, but his window net was able to come down after he came to a stop.

Allgaier was treated and released from the infield care center after his crash.

“I don't feel like there was anything he did wrong today.”

Justin Allgaier treated and released from the infield care center after contact with the access door in the backstretch at the end of stage 1.

Allgaier says he doesn’t blame Riley Herbst, says car was coming around… pic.twitter.com/cfxMgYd9VE

— Frontstretch (@Frontstretch) April 20, 2024

The early crash for Allgaier ensured him a last-place finish in the race. Allgaier has had four top-10 finishes this season. He finished second in the Xfinity Series last season.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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