The article discusses Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s brief but pointed response to veteran NASCAR spotter Brett Griffin’s social media call to remove the Roval race from the NASCAR calendar. After the recent thrilling Coca-Cola 600 race, which Ross Chastain won by taking the lead late in the event, Brett Griffin tweeted “KILL THE ROVAL,” expressing his dissatisfaction with the Roval race held at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Dale Earnhardt Jr. replied succinctly with “For a while at least,” indicating some agreement with Griffin’s sentiment, though not necessarily a permanent stance.

The Roval race, officially known as the Bank of America Roval 400 scheduled for October 5, combines the traditional oval track used in the Coca-Cola 600 with an infield road course, creating a 2.32-mile lap featuring 17 turns. Despite its unique layout, the race has received mixed reactions from fans and NASCAR insiders alike, failing to garner the same enthusiasm as the Coca-Cola 600. Last year, Kyle Larson won the Roval race after starting sixth and leading 62 laps, beating Christopher Bell.

In addition to the Roval discussion, Dale Earnhardt Jr. also reignited the ongoing NASCAR vs. Formula 1 debate after attending the Miami Grand Prix. He shared his views on the differences between oval and road course racing, stating that if Formula 1 raced on ovals, he believed he could have won an F1 race due to his oval racing background. He suggested that while F1 drivers could be competitive in NASCAR, it would mainly be on road courses. Earnhardt Jr. also expressed unexpected entertainment from the F1 event, particularly admiring Max Verstappen’s defensive driving during the race. This admiration and his comments have sparked renewed discussion among fans of both motorsports.

In summary, the article highlights:

Brett Griffin’s call to remove the Roval race from the NASCAR schedule and Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s measured agreement.

The Roval race’s mixed reception compared to the more popular Coca-Cola 600.

Details about the Roval’s unique track layout and recent winners.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s insights and appreciation for Formula 1 racing following his attendance at the Miami Grand Prix, fueling the NASCAR vs. F1 debate.

This article was authored by Hiten Dutta and provides the latest NASCAR news and commentary.