Chase Elliott gave awkward reply to Michael Waltrip's pants confession
Michael Waltrip's funny "loose pants" comment to Chase Elliott added humor before Christopher Bell's thrilling win at the 2025 NASCAR All-Star Race.
During the pre-race gridwalk at the 2025 NASCAR All-Star Race, Michael Waltrip caught Chase Elliott off guard with a funny comment.
“Hey Chase, my pants are kinda loose,” Waltrip - who later dropped a flag on the track during the race - said. Elliott paused for a moment, then smiled and replied, “I’ll leave you with that one.” The exchange was shown live and quickly became a favorite moment for fans and commentators, bringing some lighthearted fun before the race.
The All-Star Race is a special event in NASCAR. It doesn’t count toward the season points, so drivers often take more risks. It brings together some of the best and most experienced drivers, along with younger stars, all competing for a big cash prize and bragging rights.
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This year, the race took place at North Wilkesboro Speedway, a historic track that returned to the NASCAR schedule after a long break. The track is known for its tight turns and short length, making it a tricky place to race and exciting to watch.
The race itself was full of close competition and smart strategies. Brad Keselowski started in the first position and led at the beginning. He and Joey Logano fought hard for the lead, swapping places several times early on. William Byron and Chase Elliott also made moves to get near the front of the pack.
As the race went on, Joey Logano took control and led the most laps, staying near the front the entire time. Bell, Ryan Blaney, Kyle Larson, and Chase Elliott stayed close behind, showing their skill on the tough track.
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There were several caution periods when the race slowed due to accidents involving drivers like Daniel Suarez and Brad Keselowski. These breaks gave teams a chance to make quick pit stops and adjust their strategies. Kyle Larson stood out by gaining six spots during one of these caution periods, which helped him move up after starting near the back.
In the last laps, Christopher Bell took the lead with Logano and Ross Chastain close behind. Bell held on to win the 2025 NASCAR All-Star Race. The night was filled with fast racing, smart moves, and fun moments — like the lighthearted chat between Waltrip and Elliott — that made the event enjoyable for everyone watching.
"That right there was absolutely incredible," Bell said after his win on Sunday. "North Wilkesboro is the best short track on the schedule... I had so much fun last year. I sucked in the race, but racing here last year was so much fun. As this place continues to age, it’s just going to get better and better. Man, that was an amazing race."
